British traditions around the world Guess the countries from the photos English-speaking countries 4 Ireland 2 Australia 6 Canada 3 New Zealand 5 USA 1 UK This famous landmark is linked with 5 th November The Houses of Parliament was nearly blown up by Guy Fawkes in the 17 th century This tradition is still active in New Zealand Fireworks show is held on Guy Fawkes night (November 5 th) in Wellington every year Guy Fawkes celebration is a bit different in New Zealand November 5 th is warmer than it is in Britain because it is the coming of summer There are some spectacular displays of fireworks in special places of the city This British tradition is much more important in the United States Halloween in the USA Halloween (October 31 st) in the USA People celebrate this holiday for longer than they used to Everyone has some fun getting a little bit scared The oldest British tradition is celebrated in summer December 25 th The seasons in Australia are opposite to ours Christmas traditions in Australia place beaches and woods decoration Christmas bush (a native plant with red flowers) food seafood and barbie (barbecue) activities cricket, swimming and outdoor games British traditions around the world 5 th November 31 st October 25 th December USA New Zealand Australia