German Webquest:
Fastnacht in Deutschland |
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1- | Give three names for this "season"! |
2- | When does it officially start? |
3- | Name some of the hotspots of Karneval/Fasching? |
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b)(Switzerland) | |
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4- | Where is this season predominately called "Karneval" and where "Fasching" and where "Fastnacht"? |
5- | Where did this tradition originate? |
a) pagan: | |
b) christian: | |
6- | Describe some local customs (special costumes, parades, songs, pictures, …) |
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7- | What are traditional foods?Paste a recipe. |
8- | What is a craft of the season? Make a sample mask, explain its origin. |
9- | List two traditional songs? Translate into English. |
10- | Name a place, where you want to be during the season. Describe the goings-on. Mention locations and traditions, paste pictures to illustrate. |
11- | Are there any similar traditions in the U.S.? Describe briefly. How do they compare? |
12- | Tagebuch: Plan a "Faschingsparty" for your class. Include music, decorations, games, a parade, types of costumes, food and drinks (sorry non-alcoholic). |
12- | Take the on-line quiz. Show your knowledge! |