tales-of-Fogo-Island
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tales-of-Fogo-Island
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true as I'm here! That was the first Christmas tree we ever seen, and wewas some tickled with it.An unusual Christmas tree!When Christmas Eve finally arrived, most people attended midnight mass orspecial candlelight services. Later, the children would be settled away in bed.In those days, there were no toys and games, but the children would be veryexcited. They would be overjoyed to find a homemade doll, a few candies or abit <strong>of</strong> fresh fruit in their stockings.Most people believe that though they did not receive expensive gifts, theywere much happier.Questions to think and write about:1. Do you think Christmas is the same today as it was years ago? Givereasons for your answer.2. What did the women do when preparing for Christmas?3. Why did the men have plenty <strong>of</strong> splits at Christmas time?