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Study Guide Questions

1.     March 21st is the date of the _______________ equinox.
2.     The connection between the spring season and the triumph of life was probably associated with the increasing length of __________ , as well as with the rebirth of _______________.
3.     Easter always falls on the same date. True or false?
4.     Easter is celebrated on the first ____________ after the first _________ _________ following the vernal ______________.
5.     Holy Week rituals begin on ___________ _____________ , _________ week(s) before Easter.
6.     Palm fronds used in processions all over Spain come from the town of ____________ .
7.     The palm fronds are dried [a)on; b)off ] the tree.
8.     In Elche, a prize is awarded for the most outstanding _________ ___________ _________.
9.     What are pasos?
10.     Who are the costaleros?
11.     A corps of drummers and a _____________ accompany each paso
12.     Each of the pasos is the responsibility of an organized group called a _______________ or a _____________________ .
13.     The pointed hood worn by those in the processions is called a _______________________ .
14.     The penitents are called _______________________ .
15.     Toy ______________ are a popular item during Holy Week. Costumed drummers are called ___________________ .
16.     What was an ancient symbol of spring fertility?
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