Burns Night is a special celebration in Scotland on January 25th. It is a celebration of the life and works of the famous Scottish poet Robert Burns. People gather together to have a special dinner, called a Burns Supper, and share poems and songs that were written by Burns.
At a Burns Supper, people eat traditional Scottish food, such as haggis (a type of sausage), neeps (turnips), and tatties (potatoes). They also drink whisky and listen to music. The main part of the celebration is when someone gives a speech about Burns and reads one of his poems, like “Auld Lang Syne”.
People in Scotland and all over the world love to celebrate Burns Night because it is a way to remember their Scottish heritage and appreciate the amazing poems and songs that Burns wrote.
Multiple-Choice Questions:
- When is Burns Night celebrated? a. January 25th b. November 5th c. April 23rd d. December 26th
- What is the special dinner called at Burns Night? a. Christmas Dinner b. Thanksgiving Dinner c. Burns Supper d. Easter Dinner
- What is a traditional food that is eaten at Burns Night? a. Pizza b. Tacos c. Haggis d. Hamburgers
- What is the main part of Burns Night celebration? a. Eating food b. Drinking whisky c. Listening to music d. Giving a speech about Robert Burns
- Why do people celebrate Burns Night? a. To remember their Scottish heritage b. To appreciate the amazing poems and songs of Robert Burns c. To have a party with friends d. To get presents.
