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Independence days around the world

Order and progress in Brazil

In one of the most peaceful Latin American revolutions, Brazil won its freedom after Portuguese prince Dom Pedro I declared it independent of his father’s rule on September 7th, 1822.

Pakistani pride

A boldly painted youth cheers for independence in front of the national flag in Wagah, a Pakistani town near India. At midnight on August 15th, 1947,the Indian Independence Act unseated(罷免) the British Raj and established the two countries. Islamic Pakistan now celebrates its freedom on August 14th, which is also a Muslim holy day.

Indonesian determination 

The Proclamation of Indonesian Independence on August 17th, 1945 threw the country into four years of war with the Netherlands, which Indonesia won in 1949. Celebratory customs include the release of hundreds of green turtles into the ocean from Bali’s Kuta Beach, and panjat pinang, a game in which a pole is set up, covered with oily clay(粘土) and hung with bicycles, televisions and other prizes. Whoever climbs all the way to the top wins, though people often work together to split the prize.

Whimsical skies in Colombia

After protesters took a Bogota’s streets on July 20th, 1810,the Spanish governor acknowledged a limited independence that eventually gave way to full sovereignty(*) in 1819. Colorful hot air balloon shows have previously been in honor of Colombia’s quest for freedom, and folk dancing, flag raising ceremonies and traditional food such as corn cakes are also staples(主要內容) of the day.

21. The most peaceful revolution of the four is the one in ____________.

A. Indonesia             B. Pakistan            C. Colombia            D. Brazil

does Islamic Pakistan celebrate its freedom?

A. September 7th.                        B. August 15th.       C. August 14th.       D. July 20th.

is among the celebratory customs in Indonesia?

A. The release of green turtles into the ocean.

B. Colorful hot air balloon shows.

C. Flag raising ceremonies.

D. Folk dancing.

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