RISTE Holiday Traditions Trivia

During the Chinese New Year, why is the color red prominently featured in decorations and clothing?

• Symbolizes prosperity and good luck

• Represents the element of fire

• Signifies purity and renewal

• Honors deceased ancestors

Which plant, associated with magical properties, is used for protection in Celtic and Druidic traditions during the winter solstice?

• Ivy

• Ivy

• Holly

• Poinsettia

What mythical creature in Eastern European folklore brings gifts to children during the holidays and is often accompanied by a demon?

• Belsnickel

• Krampus

• La Befana

• Knecht Ruprecht

In Japanese New Year's celebrations, what symbolic food is commonly consumed to bring good luck and longevity?

• Sushi

• Mochi

• Tempura

• Ramen

In the Hindu festival of Diwali, what does the traditional Rangoli art symbolize?

• Protection from evil spirits

• Harvest and abundance

• The cycle of life and death

• Unity and diversity

The Kinara, a candle holder used during Kwanzaa celebrations, is symbolic of what principles?

• The Seven Wonders of the World

• The Seven Seas

• The Seven Principles of Kwanzaa

• The Seven Continents

The Swedish tradition of "Lucia" involves the celebration of light on December 13th. What symbolic item does the "Lucia" carry during the procession?

• Candle Crown

• Star Wand

• Golden Apple

• Silver Bells

In Scandinavian traditions, the Yule Goat is a symbol associated with Christmas. What role does the Yule Goat traditionally play?

• A gift bringer

• A creature of mischief

• A guardian of the Christmas tree

• A companion to

  Santa Claus

The Christingle, a symbolic object used in some Christian traditions during Advent, typically includes which of the following elements?

• A wreath, mistletoe, and coins

• A star, a dove, and incense

• A cross, a pomegranate, and nuts

• A candle, an orange, and sweets

What traditional fried food is commonly enjoyed during Hanukkah to commemorate the miracle of the oil?

• Challah

• Latkes

• Matzo Ball Soup

• Kugel