Follow-up questions for discussion: 1. When does National Unity Day take place in Russia, and what historical events does it commemorate? 2. Who led the volunteer army in 1612, and what did Kuzma Minin call on people to do? 3. When was the modern holiday introduced, and when was it celebrated for the first time? 4. How do people celebrate National Unity Day nowadays? Give two examples of activities mentioned in the text. 5. Why do you think it is important for people from different ethnic groups to feel united? Can shared history help bring people together? Why or why not?

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1. When does National Unity Day take place in Russia, and what historical events does it commemorate?
   National Unity Day takes place in Russia on 4 November. It commemorates the liberation of Moscow from foreign invaders in November 1612 by the volunteer army led by Kuzma Minin and Dmitry Pozharsky.
   День народного единства отмечается в России 4 ноября. Он посвящён освобождению Москвы от иностранных захватчиков в ноябре 1612 года добровольческой армией под руководством Кузьмы Минина и Дмитрия Пожарского.
2. Who led the volunteer army in 1612, and what did Kuzma Minin call on people to do?
   The volunteer army was led by Kuzma Minin and Dmitry Pozharsky. Minin called on people from different towns and villages to unite and support the army.
   Добровольческую армию возглавляли Кузьма Минин и Дмитрий Пожарский. Минин призвал людей из разных городов и деревень объединиться и поддержать армию.
3. When was the modern holiday introduced, and when was it celebrated for the first time?
   The modern holiday was introduced in December 2004. It was celebrated for the first time in 2005.
   Современный праздник был учреждён в декабре 2004 года. Впервые его отпраздновали в 2005 году.
4. How do people celebrate National Unity Day nowadays? Give two examples of activities mentioned in the text.
   Nowadays, people take part in concerts and historical exhibitions held in town squares.
   Сегодня люди участвуют в концертах и посещают исторические выставки, которые проводятся на городских площадях.
5. Why do you think it is important for people from different ethnic groups to feel united? Can shared history help bring people together? Why or why not?
   It is important because unity helps people respect one another, cooperate and overcome difficulties together. Yes, shared history can bring people together because common memories and achievements create a sense of belonging and mutual responsibility.
   Это важно, потому что единство помогает людям уважать друг друга, сотрудничать и вместе преодолевать трудности. Да, общая история может объединять людей, поскольку общие воспоминания и достижения создают чувство принадлежности и взаимной ответственности.