VOA慢速英语:今天是美国的六月庆典

barbecue - n. an outdoor meal or party at which food is cooked over hot coals or an open fire

fancy - adj. not plain or ordinary

positive - n. good or useful

patriotic - adj. having or showing great love and support for your country

embrace - v. to accept something readily or gladly

achievement - n. a result of hard work

pride - n. a feeling that you respect yourself and deserve to be respected by other people