History
How long has it been since the Amish changed their rules
300 years
What languages do they speak
A dialect of German originally known as Pennsylvanian Dutch but also Pennsylvanian German and English
What do they use as transportation
Buggy/horse carriage
What are their laws called
Ordnung
Do Amish people celebrate birthdays
yes they do
Where do Amish people origin from
The Amish people have roots from mainly Germany and Switzerland
What is it that is special about Amish communities?
They always help each other/they are like a big family
How do the Amish like their food?
Fastfood or home made?
homemade
What are their opinion about getting their photo taken
They don't mind it as long as you can not recognize their faces.
Does the Amish celebrate christmas
Yes
Why did the Amish move to Pennsylvania?
They moved from Europe to escape persecution for their Anabaptist beliefs
Can Amish people drink alcohol during Rumspringa
Yes they are allowed to do everything during rumspringa.
what are amish people and their living style good for
The environmet
What are the five things Amish men wear in daily life?
Solid colored shirts, dark colored suits, straight-cut coats(with no lapels), suspenders, broad-brimmed hats.
When do Amish children begin at school?
When they are 6 years old
When did the Amish come to the USA
Around 1700-1800
are there Amish communities in Denmark?
no
Can Amish talk to non-Amish?
What is the average length of life for the Amish people?
Around 70 years old
What are the rules about public transport and cars
They can use trains, buses and be passengers in a car, however they are not allowed to have their own cars.
When was the Amish religion made
1693
How many Amish people live in the world
About 180.000
How do the Amish earn money?
They work as farmers or craftsmen.
How many states are the Amish people spread out on?
+ - 5
24
Can Amish people marry their siblings or cousins?
They are prohibited by church and state from marrying first cousins or closer relatives.