Who Was Saint Joseph?

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What is the significance of St. Joseph’s Day in Spain?

  • It is their version of Mother's Day
  • It is a day to honor teachers
  • It is a day of celebrating grandparents
  • It is their version of Father's Day (correct)

Why do children in Spain cook meatless dishes on St. Joseph’s Day?

  • To follow a tradition during Lent (correct)
  • To celebrate the arrival of spring
  • To pay tribute to their ancestors
  • To honor their mothers

What is unique about Saint Joseph in the Bible?

  • He showed deep faith and commitment to God (correct)
  • His words are recorded in the Bible
  • He was a great warrior
  • He performed many miracles

What type of services are held in Spain to mark St. Joseph’s Day?

<p>Mass services (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do some cultures consider St. Joseph a good example of a father figure?

<p>Because he showed faith and commitment to God (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are traditions celebrated differently on St. Joseph’s Day compared to other holidays?

<p>Meatless dishes are cooked (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Joseph's profession?

<p>Carpenter (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

On which date is the feast of Saint Joseph celebrated every year?

<p>19th March (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do people in Italy bring foods containing bread crumbs on St. Joseph's Day?

<p>To represent sawdust from Joseph's workshop (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which country do special masses, colorful processions, and fireworks take place on St. Joseph's Day in Mdina?

<p>Malta (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What items are placed on the altar in Italy on St. Joseph's Day?

<p>Flowers, limes, candles, wine, fava beans, cakes, breads, cookies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Joseph spend a lot of time with Jesus in his workshop as a child?

<p>To teach Jesus about carpentry (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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