Religion Flashcards
Most Italians are what religion?
Catholic
What percentage of inhabitants of Italy follow other religions?
2%
What is the two-day holiday called?
Natale (Christmas)
Light traditional cake with dried fruit and eaten at Christmas time?
Panettone
Celebrates the arrival of the Three Kings?
Epifania (Epiphany)
A witch brings gifts to children on Epiphany Eve, what is her name?
Befana
What is celebrated before Lent by dressing up in costumes and wearing masks?
Carnevale
What is celebrated on Easter Sunday and the following Monday is also a holiday?
Easter (Pasqua)
What holiday honors the Virgin Mary?
Assumption
What occasions is for people to remember family members or friends who have passed?
All Saints Day and All Souls Day
Each city, town, and village has its own _____, who is honored once a year with processions.
Patron Saint
An event for a catholic child to go through?
First Communion