C. Look at the expressions 1-6 from the dialogue
and match them with the meanings a-f.
1. Big deal!
а. It's excellent!
2.I doubt it.
b. It's nothing
serious.
3. Beats me.
c. I don't think so.
4. It's wicked!
d. Include me.
5. I'll have a go.
e. I have no idea.
6.Count me in.
f. I'll try it.
Preparations for the celebration start early on December 31st. people clean their housesand throw out unwanted things. They bake a special fruit cake called 'Black Bun' and a lot of shortbread biscuits.
On the night of Hogmanay there are live concerts and fabulous carnivals in the streets of Scottish towns. A lot of excited people get dressed up in colourful costumes. In some cities there are also a long torchlight procession through the streets that crowds watch excitedly. As soon as the bells chime twelve, everyone kisses and heartily wishes each other a Happy New Year. Then people join hands and proudly sing song 'Auld Lang Syne'. After that, there is a stunning fireworks display which is the icing on the cake. On 1st January people visit their friends and neighbours to wish them luck for the New Year.