Christmas Flashcards

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Advent

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coming or arrival

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What is the main purpose of Advent?

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To prepare for the celebration of Christmas

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Does Advent always begin on the 1st December?

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False

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Does Advent last for the whole of winter?

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False. Advent lasts for four weeks.

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What colour is the candle lit on the third Sunday of Advent?

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Pink

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The Third Sunday of Advent represents

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Gaudete Sunday, representing joy.

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What is often placed in the centre of an Advent wreath?

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A white candle

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Advent calendars have 31 doors, the same number as the days in December.

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False

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What was the original name of Santa Claus?

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Saint Nicholas

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Where was Saint Nicholas believed to be born?

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Myra