Camel Keeps 200-Year-Old Christmas Tradition Alive

Camel Keeps 200-Year-Old Christmas Tradition Alive

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The video explores Christmas traditions at Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington, focusing on Aladdin, the Christmas Camel. It highlights Washington's fascination with exotic animals and his efforts to bring a camel to Mount Vernon in 1787. The estate continues to honor these traditions, showcasing various animals and maintaining historical authenticity to reflect Washington's era.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the focus of the 24 days of Christmas series mentioned in the video?

Exploring Christmas traditions worldwide

Highlighting Christmas traditions across the nation

Discussing modern Christmas decorations

Analyzing Christmas music trends

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Aladdin, the Christmas Camel, present at Mount Vernon during the holiday season?

To entertain children with rides

To participate in a Christmas parade

To continue a tradition started by George Washington

To promote a local zoo

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did George Washington pay to see in 1787?

A lioness and an elephant

A magic show

A circus performance

A rare bird species

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was George Washington's primary self-identity according to the video?

An explorer

A farmer

A soldier

A politician

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the goal of maintaining Mount Vernon as it was in 1799?

To attract more tourists

To preserve historical accuracy

To modernize the estate

To create a theme park