The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Chapters 3 & 4

Front

What gifts were given to baby Jesus?

Back

Gold, frankincense, and myrrh.

Front

What did Imogene say about Jesus being in swaddling clothes?

Back

She asked, 'Where was child welfare?'

Front

What story element helps the plot move along in 'The Best Christmas Pageant Ever'?

Back

Humor.

Front

What does 'There are no small parts, only small actors' mean?

Back

Every person in the pageant is important.

Front

Why did mother get so angry during the play?

Back

Mrs. Armstrong said if she was running the play, the Herdmans would not be in it.

Front

What is the significance of the gifts given to Jesus?

Back

They symbolize Jesus' royalty (gold), divinity (frankincense), and humanity (myrrh).

Front

Who are the Herdmans?

Back

A group of mischievous children who disrupt the Christmas pageant.

Front

What role does humor play in the story?

Back

It lightens the mood and helps to engage the audience.

Front

What is a manger?

Back

A feeding trough for animals, where baby Jesus was placed.

Front

What does swaddling clothes refer to?

Back

Cloth used to wrap a baby tightly for warmth and comfort.