Winter Holidays Quiz

What is the traditional Christmas dessert in Italy?

• Gelato

• Cannoli

• Tiramisu

• Panettone

In which country is the tradition of hiding a pickle in the Christmas tree practiced?

• Italy

• China

• Germany

• France

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What is the significance of lighting the Hanukkah menorah?

• To honor the ancient Greek gods

• To commemorate the miracle of the oil lasting for eight days in the Jewish temple.

• To celebrate the birth of Moses

• To mark the beginning of spring

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What is the dreidel game played during Hanukkah?

• Sledding

• Building snowmen

• Decorating Christmas tree

• Spinning top

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What are the seven principles of Kwanzaa?

• Individualism, competition, capitalism, materialism, consumerism, greed, and selfishness

• Freedom, justice, equality, fraternity, liberty, solidarity, and peace

• Love, forgiveness, honesty, loyalty, patience, kindness, and generosity

• Unity, self-determination, collective work and responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity, and faith

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What does the unity cup (Kikombe cha Umoja) represent in Kwanzaa?

• It represents the principle of Kuumba (creativity).

• It represents the principle of Nia (purpose).

• It represents the principle of Umoja (unity).

• It represents the principle of Ujamaa (cooperative economics).

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How do people celebrate the winter solstice at Stonehenge in England?

• By gathering at the ancient site to witness the sunrise and take part in various ceremonies and rituals

• By hosting a large fireworks display

• By staying indoors and avoiding the cold weather

• By going on a pilgrimage to a different country

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What is the significance of the Yule log in winter solstice celebrations?

• It is a tradition to honor the harvest

• It represents the end of the winter season

• It represents the warmth and light during the darkest time of the year.

• It is a symbol of spring and new beginnings

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In which country is it a tradition to eat 12 grapes at midnight on New Year's Eve?

• Italy

• Spain

• France

• Germany

What is the purpose of the tradition of breaking plates on New Year's Eve in Denmark?

• To bring good luck and ward off evil spirits

• To symbolize the breaking of bad habits

• To celebrate the end of winter

• To honor the tradition of pottery making

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