Holidays in the USA

What do you know about holidays in the USA? They can be divided into two groups: national and popular holidays. There BE ten national holidays in the USA. Independence day is a public holiday. It BE since July 4, 1776 when the thirteen colonies of America declared Independence from England. For many families this is the most important festival of the year. Usually on this day parades and outdoor picnics with friends and families take place. Most houses BE with flags and flowers. Thanksgiving is also a national holiday. The BE Thanksgiving was observed by the early settlers in Massachusetts in 1629, in gratitude for their successful harvest. They BE wild turkey as one of the main dishes two centuries ago. Today people invite their relatives and families BE near to dinner to celebrate Thanksgiving. Most Americans consider Independence Day and Thanksgiving to be the BE public holidays of the year.