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May Ball

May ball is a special party or event that happens at some colleges and universities. It usually takes place at the end of the school year, in the month of May (hence the name). It is a big fancy party where people dress up in nice clothes, like fancy dresses and suits, and there is usually lots of dancing, music, food, and drinks.

Imagine going to a really fun party with all your friends, but it's even more special because it's at a really fancy place and everyone is dressed up like they're going to a prom or a wedding. There are usually decorations everywhere, like flowers and lights, and sometimes even fireworks.

Once you're at the may ball, you can dance with your friends or find someone special to dance with. There might be a DJ or live music to dance to, and sometimes there are different rooms with different types of music. You can also eat yummy food like fancy desserts or drinks like soda, juice or even fancy drinks like punch or mocktails, but it’s important to remember to only drink what you're allowed to drink and not too much.

Overall, may ball is a really special event where you get to have lots of fun and make great memories with your friends.
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