Party

High school (ages 12+)
Holidays & Celebrations

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/party

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the social capital generation?Parties facilitate the formation of weak ties, crucial for innovation and opportunity
2. Why do people have parties?People have parties to celebrate special moments, bring friends together, and strengthen friendships and community.
3. How do parties help us feel better?Parties share food and stories, which builds trust and makes people feel connected, helping to reduce stress and feel happier.

Social Capital: The networks of relationships among people that enable that society to function effectively.
Rites of Passage: Ceremonies or events marking an important stage in someone's life.
Hybrid Events: Celebrations that combine both in-person and virtual elements for attendees.