There are eight national holidays celebrated in the United States: New Year's Day(Jan.), Washington's Birthday (Feb.), Memorial Day(May), the Fourth of July, Labor Day(Sep.),Veteran's Day(Nav.),Thanksgiving(Nov.) and Christmas(Dec.), In addition, there are many state and local holidays.

1. A: Merry Christmas!

B: The same to you!

A: Are you doing anyting special?

B: We're having some friends over. What are you doing?

A: Oh, I'm just going to take it easy.

2. A: Happy New Year!

B: Thank you! Same to you.

A: Have you got any plans?

B: I've been invited over to la friend's. And you?

A: My reemmate's having a party.

3. A: Have a nice Thanksgiving!

B: Same to you!

A: Are you going anywhere?

B: I thought about going to my sister's. How about you?

A: Oh, I'll probably just stay at home.

4. A: Have a nice weekend!

B: Thanks. You too!

A: Do you have any plans?

B: Well, my family's away and I can't afford to do much. What about you?

A: Oh, I haven't decided what I'm going to do yet.