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Day of Slavic Writing and Culture

Day of Slavic Writing and Culture

May: Learning How to Learn


The Day of Slavic Writing and Culture is celebrated on May 24 in many Slavic countries. It honours Saints Cyril and Methodius, who created the first Slavic alphabet in the 9th century. Their work helped spread education, religion, and literature among Slavic peoples. This alphabet later developed into the Cyrillic script, which is still used today in countries like Ukraine and Bulgaria. The holiday celebrates language, literature, and cultural identity. It reminds people of the importance of writing and education in preserving traditions and connecting generations.

The word of the day:  elaborate (verb)/ɪˈlæb·əˌreɪt/

Meaning: to add more information or explain something

Example: He did not want to elaborate on why he left his job.


 Your MINI-TASK:

Match pictures with the words

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