Winter Celebrations Around the World Quiz

Which holiday commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ?

• Kwanzaa

• Christmas

• Chinese New Year

• Hanukkah

How many days is Hanukkah celebrated for?

• 5 days

• 10 days

• 7 days

• 8 days

During which month do Muslims celebrate Ramadan?

• January

• February

• December

• November

When does Chinese New Year usually fall?

• Late February

• Early March

• Late January to Early February

• Early January

What is the date of the Winter Solstice in the northern hemisphere?

• December 23rd

• December 21st

• December 20th

• December 22nd

What do people in the southern part of the United States eat for luck on New Year's Day?

• Black eyed peas

• Lentils

• Chickpeas

• Kidney beans

Which animal represents the Chinese New Year for a particular year?

• Monkey

• Rabbit

• Dragon

• Tiger

What is the day after the twelve days of Christmas called?

• Epiphany

• New Year's Day

• Three Kings Day

• Saint Lucia Day

In which country do people honor Saint Lucia Day on December 13th?

• Norway

• Sweden

• Finland

• Denmark

What is the African principle represented by the first candle lit during Kwanzaa?

• Purpose

• Unity

• Creativity

• Faith