Las Posadas Celebration
Explore the traditions and cultural significance of Las Posadas, a festive nine-day celebration leading up to Christmas.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet explores the traditions and history of Las Posadas.
1. What is Las Posadas and when is it celebrated?
2. Las Posadas reenacts the journey of and as they searched for shelter.
3. During Las Posadas, children often carry and sing carols.
4. A common activity during Las Posadas is breaking a filled with candy and toys.
5. Las Posadas is celebrated for five nights leading up to Christmas.
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6. The word "Posada" means "inn" or "lodging" in Spanish.
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7. Why is Las Posadas an important celebration for many communities?
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