Project: Find out about an interesting cultural event in Russia. Make notes under the headings in Ex. 3. Use your notes to write a short article about it for the school magazine (110–120 words).

For your project, I have chosen the Maslenitsa festival, as it is a very vibrant and interesting cultural event in Russia. Here is a short article you can use for your school magazine, written in about 110-120 words. ### The Magic of Maslenitsa Maslenitsa is one of the most cheerful and ancient cultural events in Russia. It is a week-long celebration that marks the end of winter and the beginning of spring. People celebrate it by baking delicious round pancakes called 'blini', which symbolize the sun. During the week, there are street festivals with folk music, traditional dances, and games. The highlight of the event is the burning of a straw effigy, representing the farewell to the cold winter. Everyone feels excited and optimistic during Maslenitsa. It brings families and friends together, making it a truly warm and joyful celebration. If you ever visit Russia in late winter, you should definitely experience this unique tradition yourself!