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What is "Shrove Tuesday" (Pancake Day)?
AThe first day of Advent
BThe day before Lent begins, traditionally marked by eating pancakes ✓
CA Scottish festival in February
DA medieval jousting tournament
Explanation
Shrove Tuesday (also called Pancake Day) is the day before Ash Wednesday, the start of Lent. It was traditionally a day to use up rich foods before the Lenten fast, hence eating pancakes.
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