Rites of Passage

Why are rite of passage rituals important to all cultures?

• They meet a deeply rooted psychological need to mark the important changes in a person's life.

• They remind people of their past.

• They give society laws and rules to follow.

• They help people express their religious views.

The purpose of this article is to. . .

• give students an idea of what to expect in adulthood

• prepare students for taking on new responsibilities

• inform students about common rites of passage in various cultures

• persuade students to get involved in community and religious activities

What is the most significant and celebrated rite of passage?

• death

• coming of age

• friends

• religion

Which of these is NOT a rite of passage?

• Funeral

• Bar Mitzvah

• Confirmation

• School Dance

Name the rite of passage that all Glaemians participate in as they enter adulthood.

• The Awakening is the rite of passage that all Glaemians participate in as they enter adulthood.

• The Enlightenment is the rite of passage that all Glaemians participate in as they enter adulthood.

• The Ascension is the rite of passage that all Glaemians participate in as they enter adulthood.

• The Transition is the rite of passage that all Glaemians participate in as they enter adulthood.

What is the purpose of the 1st ceremony?

• naming of the children

• release

• choosing a nurturer

• sameness

 ceremony of a Jewish boy who has reached the age of 13 and can take part in religious activities

• hijab

• bar mitzvah

• communism

• dictator

What is the most important ceremony in Jonas' community?

• Newchild Naming

• The Ceremony of Twelve

• Ceremony of Release

• Ritual of Dream Telling

What is a rite of passage?

• A big party to celebrate a new year

• A ceremony to honor an important stage in someone’s life

• A celebration with a lot of people dancing

The person was really excited about experiencing this rite of passage

• Martin ( Medicine bag)

• Dachina ( Apache girl)