The Go Jetters Dance in Red Square
In The Go Jetters Dance in Red Square, Ubercorn visits Saint Basil's Cathedral in Red Square, Moscow, Russia. Red Square is full of history, and Saint Basil's looks like a magical, colorful castle with its bright, swirling towers. Built over 500 years ago by Ivan the Terrible, it’s a one-of-a-kind building you won’t find anywhere else in Russia. You’ll also learn about Cossack dancing, a fun, high-energy tradition that started in the 16th century! This video is excerpted from BBC’s Go Jetters, a series that follows the adventures of four plucky international heroes as they travel the globe visiting the world’s most famous landmarks with their friend and mentor, Ubercorn, a disco-dancing unicorn.
Lesson Express
Q: How does the colorful design of Saint Basil's Cathedral make it different from other buildings in Russia?
A: The colorful design of Saint Basil's Cathedral makes it look unique because it uses bright, multi-colored bricks that stand out, unlike the plainer buildings nearby.
Q: How might dancing like the Cossacks help people remember and share their traditions?
A: Cossack dancing helps people remember their traditions because it has been passed down for hundreds of years, and performing it keeps the culture alive and teaches others about their history.
Q: Why do you think Ivan the Terrible wanted Saint Basil's Cathedral to be so different from other buildings in Russia?
A: Ivan the Terrible might have wanted Saint Basil's Cathedral to be special so it would stand out and show how powerful and important his city was to everyone who saw it.