Serbian Christmas Traditions and Customs

Serbian Christmas Traditions and Customs

Assessment

Interactive Video

Religious Studies, Social Studies, History

4th - 5th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explores Serbian Christmas traditions, which differ from Western customs. Celebrated on January 7th, Serbian Christmas focuses on family time rather than gift-giving. On Christmas Eve, men find an oak tree while women bake bread with a silver coin for luck. Rituals include burning the oak branch and using cold water for good luck. Straw on the table symbolizes Jesus' birth. Saint Nicholas brings sweets, not gifts. The video highlights the importance of family and religion in Serbian culture.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of Serbian Christmas traditions?

Exchanging gifts

Spending time with family

Decorating a Christmas tree

Visiting Santa Claus

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long does it take to fly to Serbia from the speaker's location?

Over 10 hours

Over 15 hours

Over 5 hours

Over 20 hours

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

On which date do Serbians celebrate Christmas?

December 25th

December 31st

January 1st

January 7th

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do Serbian men traditionally do on Christmas Eve?

Sing carols

Prepare a feast

Decorate the house

Search for an oak tree

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is placed inside the bread baked by Serbian women on Christmas Eve?

A piece of oak

A small gift

A gold coin

A silver coin

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do Serbian children do on Christmas morning for good luck?

Open presents

Use cold water

Light a candle

Sing songs

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is straw placed on the table during Serbian Christmas?

To remember Jesus' birth

To symbolize wealth

To bring good luck

To decorate the table

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