Cultures and Celebrations

What do hula dances and ballet have in common?

• Both are traditional dances from Hawaii.

• Both are traditional dances from Russia and France.

• Both are dances that were originally performed only for kings and queens.

What is Juneteenth?

• A holiday that celebrates the announcement of the abolition of slavery in Texas.

• A day that celebrates Martin Luther King Jr.

• A celebration of American independence from Great Britain.

• A parade honoring Puerto Rican people.

America is the only country that celebrates independence day.

• True

• False- Many countries have days celebrating their independence.

Anybody can celebrate and participate in New York City's annual Puerto Rican Day Parade.

• True- Whether you are Puerto Rican or not, you can still celebrate and show support for other cultures.

• False- Only Puerto Ricans are allowed at the parade.

In square dancing, how many people are there in each square?

• 2

• 4

• 6

• 8

What does Cinco de Mayo celebrate?

• An important victory over the French army by the Mexican army.

• Mexico's independence.

• The day Mexico officially became a country.

Which celebration of African American culture and heritage is being shown in this photo?

• Thanksgiving

• Hanukkah

• Christmas

• Kwanzaa

Which harvest festival is shown in this photo?

• Irish heritage festival

• Japanese rice festival

• Colombian music festival

• Carnival of Brazil

What are Americans celebrating on 4th of July?

• The many cultures throughout the country.

• The former presidents of America.

• America's Independence Day- The day that the Declaration of Independence was adopted

• The invention of fireworks.

Which holiday is held every year on January 18th to honor this activist who fought for African American rights?

• Martin Luther King Jr. day

• Black history month

• Civil Rights day

• Freedom day