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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Some of the general values that Hobsbawm suggests are used in invented traditions include ______ and school spirit.

2. The book asserts that traditions are invented when old ____ forms are deliberately not used or adapted.

3. The Welsh lineage included all of the following backgrounds with the exception of _______.

4. The Highland garb adopted by the regiments would be used to invent the tradition of ______ dress.

5. Hobsbawm asserts that the overtly or tacitly accepted rules of traditions must have a ______ nature.

Short Essay Questions

1. What are the invented concepts of which more sense can be made by the study of invented traditions?

2. Where were the Highland regiments fighting when they took on the wearing of the kilt?

3. What was abandoned during the time of the Welsh cultural decay, causing more troubles?

4. What are the three different types of invented traditions, according to the book?

5. Who are the three individuals mentioned by the author as being helpful for inventing a distinct history?

6. What was the story that was told about the Welsh in relation to Christianity and to the pagans?

7. What are the three aspects of invented tradition that serve to keep it in place, according to this manuscript?

8. What did James Macpherson do in order to help invent the history of the Scottish people?

9. What specific group of leaders began to struggle to maintain Welsh culture, according to the book?

10. What does the author mean in this manuscript when he says that traditions have tacit rules?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The preservation of Welsh traditions caused many groups to fight actively for the cause.

Part 1: What happens to a culture that is preserved by modern day citizens?

Part 2: What happens to a culture whose traditions simply die out and fade away?

Part 3: Do you think it's important to preserve all traditions in a society?

Essay Topic 2

In every case, tradition seeks to create a connection between the present and the past. Without this connection, a society changes.

Part 1: Why do you think the connection to one's past is so important?

Part 2: How do you think the present day society benefits from learning about the past?

Part 3: Do you think that you use the lessons of the past to inform your present day decisions?

Essay Topic 3

Tradition is an idea that is brought into all aspects of life, not just family life.

Part 1: How is tradition an important part of business?

Part 2: Why does tradition matter within the family setting and experience?

Part 3: Do you think that tradition has a place in all areas of life? If not, where does tradition not assist or support in some way?

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