Lights of Winter: Winter Celebrations Around the World

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What do children make on Diwali?

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Children make lanterns called deepas on Diwali.

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Why couldn't people go outside after the sun set a long time ago?

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It was too dark.

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What do people do during Las Posadas?

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People walk from house to house in a parade.

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What are Kivas?

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Kivas are underground rooms.

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How many candles do people light each night during Hanukkah?

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They light one candle per night.

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What is Diwali?

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Diwali is a festival of lights celebrated by many people around the world.

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What is the significance of lighting candles during Hanukkah?

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Lighting candles during Hanukkah represents the miracle of the oil that lasted eight days.

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What do people celebrate during Las Posadas?

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Las Posadas celebrates Mary and Joseph's journey to find a place to stay in Bethlehem.

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What are some traditional foods made during Diwali?

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Some traditional foods include sweets like ladoos and savory snacks.

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What is the meaning of the word 'deepa'?

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'Deepa' means 'lamp' or 'light' in many Indian languages.