Las Posadas

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What does posada mean in English?

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the inns (a shelter)

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Who sings the posadas?

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communities

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Where do the posadas take place? Options: in neighborhoods, at grocery stores

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in neighborhoods

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How are las posadas celebrated? Options: christmas carols, prayers, musical re-enactments of Joseph and Mary´s search for a posada, Turkey dinners, family game night, opening presents

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christmas carols, prayers, musical re-enactments of Joseph and Mary´s search for a posada

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How old is this tradition?

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400 years

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Why did Joseph and Mary need a shelter (posada)?

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They needed a place for Mary to rest and give birth.

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How many days does this go on?

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9 days

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What does Pedir Posada mean?

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to ask for shelter