Are fireworks a waste of money? Millions of people are enjoying the bangs and sizzles this week, but some say we spend too much money on expensive fireworks. Are they right?
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Fireworks glory as millions go up in smoke
Are fireworks a waste of money? Millions of people are enjoying the bangs and sizzles this week, but some say we spend too much money on expensive fireworks. Are they right?
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What's happening?
This week there are lots of fireworks. That is because yesterday was DiwaliA five-day festival. It celebrates different events in the history of each of the participating religions.. Tonight, people in the UK will mark Bonfire NightAn annual commemoration of the 1605 Gunpowder Plot that attempted to blow up the Houses of Parliament. By the end of the 17th Century, fireworks were a common feature..
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Fireworks are very popular. People love them around the world.
But they are expensiveCosts a lot of money. . In India, people spend £495m on fireworks for Diwali. In the UK, they spend even more: £500m!
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Are fireworks a waste of money?
Some say
Yes. Fireworks are bad for the environmentThe natural world. and they can be dangerous.
Others think
No! They are amazing. They make us happy and bring people together. And they look beautiful!
Keywords
Diwali - A five-day festival. It celebrates different events in the history of each of the participating religions.
Bonfire Night - An annual commemoration of the 1605 Gunpowder Plot that attempted to blow up the Houses of Parliament. By the end of the 17th Century, fireworks were a common feature.
Expensive - Costs a lot of money.
Environment - The natural world.
Fireworks glory as millions go up in smoke
Glossary
Diwali - A five-day festival. It celebrates different events in the history of each of the participating religions.
Bonfire Night - An annual commemoration of the 1605 Gunpowder Plot that attempted to blow up the Houses of Parliament. By the end of the 17th Century, fireworks were a common feature.
Expensive - Costs a lot of money.
Environment - The natural world.