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Rose-shaped toy in Trinidad Carnival causes debateCEFR A1

15 Feb 2026

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Adapted from Janine Mendes-Franco, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0

Photo by Sonika Agarwal, Unsplash

Level A1 – Beginner
2 min
63 words
  • Carnival is happening now in the country.
  • A popular band gave a small rose toy.
  • The toy was in goody bags for women.
  • People shared unboxing videos online.
  • A church leader said this went too far.
  • The band said Carnival is about fun.
  • Some people were upset and worried.
  • Other people defended Carnival traditions and freedom.
  • The debate about rules and limits continues.

Difficult words

  • carnival — a public festival with music and parades
  • goody bag — a small bag with gifts or treats
    goody bags
  • unbox — to open a new product and show it
    unboxing
  • church leader — a person who leads a church or congregation
  • tradition — a long cultural habit or practice by people
    traditions
  • debate — a discussion where people give different opinions

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Discussion questions

  • Do you like Carnival?
  • Have you ever given a small gift to someone?
  • Do you watch unboxing videos online?

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