French Tradition of La Toussaint

What is the French tradition called (in French)?

• All Saints Day

• La Toussaint

• Tucson Celebrations

• Protestant Cemeteries

When do the French commemorate their dead?

• Early November

• Late December

• Mid-October

• All year round

How do people celebrate La Toussaint?

• By placing flowers or candles on graves

• By organizing night vigils

• By cleaning and polishing graves

• By banning Protestants from cemeteries

Why were Protestant cemeteries built in secret locations?

• To prevent Catholics from visiting

• To honor King Louie the 14th

• To hide from the authorities

• To protect the graves from nature

What happens during the night vigil of La Toussaint celebrations?

• Prayers are recited for the deceased

• Animist and Christian traditions are mixed

• Flowers and candles are placed on graves

• Families gather to gossip and chat

What is the main purpose of La Toussaint?

• To honor the dead

• To make money

• To gossip and chat

• To celebrate King Louie the 14th

Where are the French Antilles located?

• In Europe

• In South America

• In the Caribbean

• In Africa

Why do people in the French Antilles dust and polish graves?

• To guide the souls of the deceased

• To make money

• To prevent nature from covering the graves

• To honor King Louie the 14th

What is the cost of dusting and polishing graves in the French Antilles?

• Around 100 euros a day

• Around 200 euros a day

• Around 300 euros a day

• Around 400 euros a day

What is the purpose of lighting candles during La Toussaint?

• To guide the souls of the deceased

• To pray for the dead

• To prevent nature from covering the graves

• To honor King Louie the 14th