The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Ch. 5 Flashcard

Front

What are swaddling clothes?

Back

Very tightly wrapped pieces of material so the baby couldn't move around.

Front

What did Alice Wendelken do during rehearsals?

Back

She took notes of all the things the Herdmans did.

Front

What did the Herdmans call the Wise Men?

Back

Kings.

Front

What were the Herdmans really interested in?

Back

Herod.

Front

How did Ralph say Herod died?

Back

Old age.

Front

What is the significance of swaddling clothes in a nativity scene?

Back

They symbolize the care and protection given to a newborn.

Front

Who are the main characters in 'The Best Christmas Pageant Ever'?

Back

The Herdmans and the church community.

Front

What role does Alice Wendelken play in the story?

Back

She is a character who observes and notes the actions of the Herdmans.

Front

What does the term 'Herdmans' refer to in the story?

Back

A family known for their mischief and disruptive behavior.

Front

Why is Herod an important character in the nativity story?

Back

He represents the fear and tyranny that Jesus was born into.