The War on Christmas: A Historical Perspective
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History
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9th - 10th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Hard
Nancy Jackson
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5 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the main reason the Massachusetts Bay Colony banned Christmas?
Because it was too expensive to celebrate
To encourage more workdays
Due to its association with Catholicism and paganism
To promote economic growth
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why did the Puritans view Christmas as a corrupt practice?
It was not mentioned in the Bible
It was too expensive
It was celebrated by their political enemies
It was a distraction from work
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a common feature of medieval Christmas celebrations?
Strict fasting and prayer
Quiet family gatherings
Formal religious ceremonies
Raucous street parties and wassailing
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the 'Plum Pudding Riot'?
A traditional Christmas game
A violent uprising in Canterbury over Christmas celebrations
A new law passed by the Puritans
A peaceful protest against Christmas bans
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When did Christmas become a public holiday in the United States?
1870
1956
1802
1659
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