"Rumspringa"
How old are Amish People when they are on "Rumspringa"?
They are about 16 years old.
Who can be married by an Amish person?
Another Amish person. They are not allowed to marry non-Amish people.
How many Amish people live in the USA today?
About 220,000.
Which two languages do the Amish typically speak?
English and Pennsylvania Dutch
How many Amish People (percentage) return to the community after having been on "Rumspringa"?
About 80 % come back home after their time out in the free world.
What are Amish women not allowed to wear?
jewelry and makeup
In which three states do most of the Amish live in?
Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania
Up to 8th grade.
Who is more likely to go on "Rumspringa"? Boys or girls?
Boys
Name at least 3 things that an Amish person is not allowed to have in their house.
Why did the Amish travel to the USA?
They wanted freedom to follow their religion.
What do Amish men wear to hold up their trousers?
How long does "Rumspringa" last?
It lasts 1-2 years.
When is an Amish man allowed to have a beard?
When he is married.
Why do all the Amish dress the same?
Why don't the Amish children get a lot of homework?
Because they have to help at home.
What does "Rumspringa" mean?
It's a period of time in which Amish teenagers experience the "normal" life.
What do the Amish use to travel from one place to another?
A buggy
Which religion do the Amish belong to?
They are a Christian religious group.
How many children does an Amish couple have on average?
7