I. Read the following passage and circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Easter is an important Christian festival and holiday. It is (25)______ to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Easter is not a fixed holiday. Its date varies between 22nd March and 25th April. People celebrate Easter (26)______ the world.

In the UK, Easter is a public holiday. People (27)______ Easter chocolate eggs to their friends and family. There are also egg hunts for kids. In the US, Easter is a(n) (28)______ holiday. People can go to church and have a special family meal. They also organise egg-hunts and give gifts of coloured eggs. In Russia, Easter is one of the (29)______ important holidays. People celebrate it with an Easter breakfast or meal. They also create very beautiful Easter eggs.

25.A. holding B. held C. holds D. hold

26.A. through B. in C. all D. around

27.A. eat B. have C. give D. receive

28.A. nation B. international C. native D. national

29.A. more B. best C. most D. better