Winter Holidays Around the World

Which holiday is celebrated on the second new moon after the winter solstice?

• St. Lucia's Day

• Chinese New Year

• Dragobete

• Hina Matsuri

What is the significance of the Pingxi Lantern Festival in Taiwan?

• To signal safety after bandit attacks

• To celebrate the new year

• To honor the god of love

• To celebrate girls

Which festival in Japan celebrates girls through family gatherings and the display of special dolls?

• Chinese New Year

• Dragobete

• Hina Matsuri

• St. Lucia's Day

What is the main focus of Kwanzaa?

• Celebrating the longevity of a small quantity of oil

• Celebrating community and African culture

• Celebrating love

• Celebrating the triumph of light over darkness

Which holiday is celebrated on December 26 and is known for its spirit of generosity?

• Junkanoo

• Boxing Day

• Hanukkah

• Diwali

What is the significance of lighting menorahs during Hanukkah?

• To honor the god of love

• To celebrate the triumph of light over darkness

• To celebrate the new year

• To commemorate the longevity of oil

What is the main theme of Diwali?

• Celebrating love

• Celebrating the longevity of a small quantity of oil

• Celebrating the triumph of light over darkness

• Celebrating community and African culture

What is the purpose of clay diya lamps and rangoli welcome mats during Diwali?

• To bring light and beauty to homes

• To commemorate the longevity of oil

• To honor the god of love

• To celebrate the new year

Which holiday celebrates love and is associated with the Romanian god of love?

• St. Lucia's Day

• Hina Matsuri

• Dragobete

• Chinese New Year

Which holiday in Sweden shines a special light on the oldest girl in each family?

• Dragobete

• St. Lucia's Day

• Hina Matsuri

• Chinese New Year