Which religious feast on 15 August is widely celebrated in Cypriot villages?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. The Dormition of the Virgin Mary
- Step 1: Many people visit villages and monasteries in August. Step 2. The Dormition is one of the main feasts of the summer. Answer: The Dormition of the Virgin Mary. Why not the others: Epiphany is in January; the Ascension is in spring or early summer; Christmas is in December.
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