Las Posadas Celebration
A worksheet for 3rd graders to learn about the traditions and meaning of Las Posadas.
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Las Posadas Celebration
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Read the questions carefully and answer them based on what you know about Las Posadas.
Las Posadas is a traditional celebration primarily observed in Mexico and other parts of Latin America. It commemorates the journey of Mary and Joseph seeking shelter in Bethlehem before the birth of Jesus. The celebration typically lasts for nine nights, from December 16th to December 24th.
1. Las Posadas is a celebration that takes place mainly in .
2. Las Posadas celebrates the journey of and .
3. The celebration lasts for nights.
4. What does 'Las Posadas' mean in English?
The Parties
The Inns
The Songs
The Gifts
5. What date does Las Posadas usually begin?
December 1st
December 25th
December 16th
January 1st
6. People celebrating Las Posadas often sing songs and carry candles.
True
False
7. Las Posadas is only celebrated in the United States.
True
False
8. Describe one tradition or activity that people do during Las Posadas.