A History of Christmas

A History of Christmas

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Social Studies

8th Grade

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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