VOA慢速英语:Deadline: A Common Word from the Civil War

parade - n. a public celebration of a special day or event that usually includes many people and groups moving down a street by marching or riding in cars or on special vehicles (called floats)

picnic - n. a meal that is eaten outdoors especially during a trip away from home

decorate - v. to make (something) more attractive usually by putting something on it

decoration - n. something that is added to something else to make it more attractive

wreath - n. an arrangement of leaves or flowers in the shape of a circle that is worn or placed as a sign of honor or victory

controversial - adj. relating to or causing much discussion, disagreement, or argument : likely to produce controversy

bid - n. to offer to pay (a particular amount of money) for something that is being sold