Que signifie l'expression "Tomato, tomato" ?
Il n'existe pas de différence significative entre deux options.
Where did the Amish originally establish their community in the 18th century?
In Pennsylvania.
In which countries did the Amish later expand?
The United States, Canada, and Bolivia.
Approximately how many Amish people live in Canada?
Around 5,000.
In which Canadian province are most Amish communities located?
Ontario.
How did the Amish population change between 1989 and 2018?
It increased from 100,000 to 330,265.
How did the number of Amish settlements change from 1989 to 2018?
It rose from 179 to 546.
Which states had 60,000 to 90,000 Amish residents in 2024?
Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Indiana.
What is the average number of children per Amish couple?
8.5 children.
At what age does Amish baptism usually occur?
Between 18 and 22 years old.
What is required before an Amish person can marry?
They must be baptized.
With whom must an Amish person marry?
Another church member.
What is the Amish stance on violence and military service?
They reject all violence and cannot serve in the military.
What language must a person learn to join the Amish?
Pennsylvania German.
What must a person do before the Amish community votes on their admission?
Abandon their previous lifestyle.
What can happen to an Amish member who breaks community rules?
They may be shunned, excommunicated, and banished.
What risk do parents face if they do not avoid an excommunicated child?
They risk excommunication themselves.
What modern technologies do the Amish avoid using?
Cameras, phones, smartphones, and television.
How do the Amish usually travel instead of motorized vehicles?
In horse-drawn buggies.
Why do the Amish avoid playing musical instruments?
They see them as self-expression encouraging pride and superiority.
Why do the Amish dress alike in simple, plain clothing?
Because they consider everyone equal.
After which grade do Amish children finish school?
After the 8th grade.
What kind of training do Amish children receive after school?
Vocational training from family and community.
What types of jobs do Amish boys typically choose?
Manual work for life.
What roles do Amish girls and women typically have?
Girls become housekeepers and women look after the household.
Which languages does every Amish person speak?
German, English, and Pennsylvania Dutch.
What is Pennsylvania Dutch?
A language mixing Swiss German and English.
How is prohibition expressed with 'cannot' in English?
With 'cannot' or 'can't' plus the base verb.
Which modal verb expresses prohibition with 'must not' in English?
'Must not' plus the base verb.
Name four expressions using 'be' that express prohibition with a base verb.
Be not allowed to, be not permitted to, be forbidden to, be not authorized to plus base verb.
What does Most mean and what follows it?
Most means "la plupart des" and is followed by a plural or uncountable noun.
What does Most of mean and what follows it?
Most of means "la plupart de" and is followed by the, a demonstrative, a possessive, or an object pronoun.
What does The most express and what follows it?
The most expresses the superlative and is followed by an adjective or a noun.
Que signifie « to be scattered » en français ?
Être éparpillé.
Que signifie « adherent » en français ?
Adhérent.
Que signifie « faith » en français ?
La foi.
Que signifie « to surge » en français ?
Bondir ou augmenter fortement.
Que signifie « to skyrocket » en français ?
Exploser ou monter en flèche.
Que signifie « growth » en français ?
La croissance.
Que signifie « steady » en français ?
Stable.
Que signifie « data » en français ?
Les données.
Why are Amish dolls faceless and paintings forbidden?
They are considered religious idols encouraging pride and vanity.
When does an Amish man start growing his beard?
Immediately after his wedding.
What do Amish women wear for Sunday church services after marriage?
Their wedding outfit.
How do Amish women behave in public regarding their husbands?
They generally follow their husband’s lead.
What does the public behavior of Amish women reflect?
The patriarchal organization of the community.
How is prohibition expressed with 'be forbidden from' in English?
With 'be forbidden from' plus verb-ing.
How is prohibition expressed with 'be prohibited from' in English?
With 'be prohibited from' plus verb-ing.
What does the idiom "Miss the boat" mean?
To miss an opportunity.
What does "Step into someone else’s shoes" mean?
To put yourself in someone else's position.
What does the phrase "Once in a blue moon" describe?
Something that happens very rarely.
Who is described by "The only bad actor in the room"?
The single problematic person in a group.
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