A History of Christmas
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Social Studies
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8th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why did the Norse celebrate Yule from December 21 through January?
Back
to mark the return of the sun
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Before Christmas became popular, which holiday was most important to Christians?
Back
Easter
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why did the Catholic Church choose December 25 to celebrate the birth of Jesus?
Back
to absorb the customs of the Saturnalia festival
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why was Christmas outlawed in Boston from 1659 to 1681?
Back
because Puritans wanted to rid England of indulgence
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the main message of Charles Dickens's "A Christmas Carol"?
Back
charity and goodwill toward all
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