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Festivals are a great way to experience a destination in a different way. This article will fuel your wanderlust（漫游癖）and guide you to the best festivals.
St Patrick’s Day
Where: Dublin, Ireland & New York, USA
When: 17 March
St Patrick’s Day has taken place in New York City on March 17th since 1762. On this day, the whole city turns green. Many Irish make traditional bread on this day. It is one of the most fun days of the year in New York City every year, when the whole city turns into a big green party.
SXSW
Where: Austin, USA
When: 10-19 March
Like free things? Yeah me too! Free food, drink and music sound good? Welcome to Austin, Texas. SXSW is a festival for those who work in the music and film industries. There are “free” shows. You do have to pay but not by handing over cash; you have to give up some time to queue but it is worth it to see some popular stars.
King’s Day
Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands
When: 27 April
Every year on April 27 Amsterdam turns a very bright color of orange for King’s Day, which is the birthday of King Willem-Alexander. It’s a crazy fun celebration when the center of the city is car, bus, and bike-free. It is a market day when anyone can sell pretty much anything. Tips: Take a jacket with you, wear orange, and bring cash.
Just for Laughs
Where: Montreal, Canada
When: 14-30 July
For comedy lovers there is no other festival in the world better than Montreal’s Just for Laughs. The festival concentrates most of its shows in the Latin Quarter. During the day street performers delight the crowds and at night the city comes alive with comedy all over the city.
1. What do St Patrick’s Day and King’s Day have in common?
A . They are market days. B. They feature a specific color.
C. They begin in the same month. D. They are in honor of a King’s birthday.
2. Which festival is about music and film?
A. St Patrick’s Day. B. SXSW.
C. King’s Day. D. Just for Laughs.
3. What tip should visitors follow on King’s Day?
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A. Bring a jacket.
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B. Ride a free bike.
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C. Be cautious of cars.
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D. Prepare some oranges.
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4. In which part of a magazine can we probably read this text?
A. Health. B. Sports. C. Technology. D. Culture.
