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Study Guide Answers
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1.
March 21st is the date of the _______________ equinox.
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vernal |
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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 _______________.
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days, vegetation |
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Easter always falls on the same date. True or false?
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false |
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Easter is celebrated on the first ____________ after the first _________ _________ following the vernal ______________.
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Sunday, full moon, equinox |
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5.
Holy Week rituals begin on ___________ _____________ , _________ week(s) before Easter.
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Palm Sunday, one |
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Palm fronds used in processions all over Spain come from the town of ____________ .
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Elche |
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The palm fronds are dried [a)on; b)off ] the tree.
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a) on |
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In Elche, a prize is awarded for the most outstanding _________ ___________ _________.
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palm frond creation |
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9.
What are pasos?
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decorated platforms |
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Who are the costaleros?
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people carrying the pasos |
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A corps of drummers and a _____________ accompany each paso
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band |
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Each of the pasos is the responsibility of an organized group called a _______________ or a _____________________ .
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hermandad, confradía |
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The pointed hood worn by those in the processions is called a _______________________ .
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capirote |
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14.
The penitents are called _______________________ .
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nazarenos |
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Toy ______________ are a popular item during Holy Week. Costumed drummers are called ___________________ .
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drums, tamborileros |
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16.
What was an ancient symbol of spring fertility?
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eggs |
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