Clown Day in Peru — Reading comprehension exercise

B1 / B2 / C1


STEP 1 - Read the following article: READING COMPREHENSION ARTICLE 12


STEP 2 - Answer these questions (choose the best answer):

1. Clown Day takes place in the capital of Peru, ______________, every May 25th.
2. How many clowns attended this year's parade?
3. Clown Day is _____________ by the government of Peru.
4. Which talent is not mentioned as being necessary for a clown?
5. One of the things that the participants would like to see is _____________.
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Did you know? Many countries set aside an official day to celebrate a profession or tradition — Peru's National Clown Day honors performers who often work in hospitals and at children's events. Reading about local holidays and traditions is an easy way to build cultural vocabulary while practicing comprehension.

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