Diwali - Year 3 Autumn 1

What is Diwali?

• Diwali is the 'Festival of Lights'

• Diwali is a holiday for everyone.

• Diwali is the name of a special food.

How long does the Diwali festival last for?

• 1 day

• 5 days

• 2 weeks

In which of the following countries is a Diwali celebration most likely to be found?

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The story read by Hindus during Diwali is called (a)  

What is the name of the Prince and his wife in the Diwali story?

• Rama and Sita

• King and Queen

• Prince and Princess

In the Diwali story who is Ravan?

• The evil king

• The super hero

• Ram and Sita's son

What is the colorful pattern made during Diwali called?

• Phuljadi

• Rangoli

• Mehendi

• Pataka

Rangoli is a traditional Indian decoration. What is it traditionally made out of?

• Poster colours

• Different fireworks

• Coloured powder, sand or rice

Which of the following objects is used in a custom to ensure good luck for the coming year?

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What does Diwali symbolize?

• The victory of light over darkness, and good over evil

• The battle between wisdom and stupidity

• The longest day of the year

• A lunar eclipse