New Year In Times Square

Vocabulary, Reading & Video Activity

The New Year's celebration in Times Square in New York is well known around the globe. How did it originate? What do the preparations involve? What are the details of this emblematic event?

A.Vocabulary: Match the terms and pictures. Which do you expect to find at the event in Times Square?  

Fireworks - Confetti   -  LED  - Party hat  - Cheerleaders  - Baloons   Sparkling wine  - Porta-Potties   - Party props  - Snacks

 

TIMES SQUARE

Every year as the clock nears midnight on December 31, the eyes of the world turn once more to the dazzling lights and bustling energy of Times Square. Anticipation runs high. New Year's Eve at the symbolic center of New York City has become more than just a celebration — it's a global tradition.

The world holds its breath, and cheers as the clocks strike twelve.

As the famous New Year's Eve Ball descends atop One Times Square, countless people watch Times Square, nationwide, and throughout the world and are united in bidding collective farewell to the departing year and expressing joy and hope for the year ahead.

Text source: www.timessquarenyc.org

VIDEO - History of New Year's Eve In Times Square,  New York

B. QUIZ : Watch the clip and answer the questions below.

 

 

1.When did the celebrations begin in Times Square?

 

2.Where was the celebration held before that?

 

3.How did the tradition of the glowing Ball happen?

4.How many times was the tradition cancelled?

5.How many versions of the glowing ball were?

6.When was the current ball introduced?

Answers here!