世界上不同的地区有着不同的节日。可是,人们为什么要庆祝这些节日呢? Most people love a party.Good food,lively music,maybe some fireworks to cap off a day spent with family and friends — festivals are usually fun-filled days when people can take a break from busy work. Some festivals,like Mardi Gras and Carnival center around religious beliefs.They are a time to have fun before the dark period of Lent.Other festivals honor a special person,event,or food.Have you ever been to a pumpkin (南瓜) or apple festival in autumn? You could travel around the world and spend each day celebrating a different festival or event.But no matter how far you travel,you will see many similarities in the reasons why people celebrate them.