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Study Guide Answers
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1.
When does the Christmas season traditionally begin in France?
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December 3, the Eve of Saint Barbara's Day |
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Who is Saint Barbara?
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a patron saint of agriculture |
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What is the significance of wheat to Saint Barbara and to the French Christmas season?
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Wheat grains are planted on her day; it's a good omen if they sprout before Christmas. |
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Is such a custom merely superstition, a holdover from pagan practices, or is there an element of ritual relating to the Christian tradition?
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discussion |
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5.
Who was Saint Nicholas? When is his day of recognition?
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a Turkish bishop, December 6 |
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How did he become a patron saint of children?
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by saving three boys from being pickled |
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By what name is Saint Nicholas known in the United States? In France?
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Santa Claus/ Père Noël |
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Where is Saint Nicholas especially honored in France?
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the province of Lorraine |
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Who is le Père Fouettard?
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Saint Nicholas's evil companion |
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10.
What do bad French children receive as holiday gifts?
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bundles of switches |
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Who are believed to be the Christmas gift-bringers in France?
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Père Noël or the Christ Child |
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12.
Where was the first recorded use of evergreens for Christmas trees?
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Alsace |
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13.
What are some of the natural materials used for decorations in France?
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evergreen branches, pussywillow, holly, mistletoe, evergreen cones |
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14.
Where is a fun place to find Christmas decorations and delicious foods?
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the French market |
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15.
What is an American equivalent of the French markets?
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flea market or craft fair |
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What is a crèche?
a.) a booth at a French market c.) a delicious French pastry
b.) a nativity scene d.) a holiday wreath made with holly and mistletoe
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b.) a nativity scene |
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What material is used in making traditional French santons?
a.) cedar b.) dried holly c.) marble from Provence d.) clay
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d.) clay |
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Where is the French province of Provence? a.) southern France b.) Normandy c.) west of Paris d.) Aquitaine
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a.) southern France |
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How are the santons made?
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in the sun or in a pottery kiln |
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20.
How is a traditional French Christmas celebration different from your own?
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discussion |
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