History of candle making

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/history-of-candle-making

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What materials did people use to make candles in Europe before electricity?In Europe, people mainly used tallow, which is animal fat, and beeswax, a natural wax made by bees.
2. How did candles help people in the past?Candles let people read, pray, do chores, and work after the sun went down, making nights brighter and safer.

Artisanal Production: Manufacturing goods by hand or with simple tools, emphasizing craftsmanship and individual skill.
Stéarine: A mixture of fatty acids derived from animal fats, used in making harder, brighter candles.
Cultural Resonance: The enduring appeal and significance of an object or practice within a society over time.