Saturnalia Review

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What is Saturnalia?

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The winter festival for the ancient Romans

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Which god did Saturnalia honor?

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Saturn

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How long does Saturnalia last?

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approx. 1 week

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What is a PILLEUS?

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Red cap

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Everyone wore the same tunic to show________

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That everyone was equal during this holiday

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What was the name of the brightly colored clothing worn during Saturnalia?

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synthesis

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Saturn is equated to which Greek god?

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Kronos

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What is the Saturnalicus princeps?

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The elected leader of Saturnalia, usually lower-ranking in the household

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What would the Romans decorate their houses with during the holiday?

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greenery

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When was the traditional starting date for Saturnalia?

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Dec. 17