saturnalia for winners
Which mischief was caused by the saturnalicius princeps?
insulting guests, wearing obscure clothing, chasing women & girls
When was the Temple of Saturn built?
4th century
On the first day of Saturnalia, a ______ _____ would be sacrificed at the temple.
young pig
Traditionally, a ___________ saturnalicius princeps was chosen to cause mischief during celebrations?
"mock king"
Traditional togas were replaced by what?
colorful clothing
who is Saturn
god of agriculture & time
What was an alternative for a saturnalicius princeps?
hiding small objects in food
Were work, schools, and courts closed during the WHOLE week of Saturnalia?
Yes
Christmas is celebrated on the 25th of December, the ____ day of Saturnalia
last
Which god does Saturnalia honor?
Saturn
Which Month is Saturnalia celebrated in?
December
What did saturnalia give Christmas
Christmas its date and many traditions
What was the last day of Saturnalia called?
sigillaria
What was a holiday derived from saturnalia
What was the Roman traditional clothing
toga