World Equinox & Solstice Celebrations

In what country do the people celebrate the end of Winter by setting a snowman on fire?

• Norway

• Sweden

• Switzerland

• USA

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In Peru The festival of Inti Raymi is celebrating:

• A New Year

• The Equinox

• The New Moon

• The Solstice

According to Chinese Mythology, which one of these does NOT scare away the dragon Nian?

• Loud Noises

• Demons

• The Color Red

• Fire

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On Groundhog day if Punxsutawney Phil DOES see his shadow that means:

• Spring will come early

• We have to wait until next year

• It's time to go outside

• Winter will go on for 6 more weeks

The city of Chichen Itza has Mayan pyramids in the country of:

• Guatemala

• Mexico

• Peru

• Nicaragua

Chinese Lunar New Year marks the beginning of:

• Winter

• The Solstice

• December

• Spring

What animals are involved in the Swiss Spring celebration of Sechseläuten?

On what date do they celebrate Sechseläuten in Zurich?

During the Mayan Spring Equinox Celebration what Diety is believed to come down to Earth?

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How many days does the Chinese Lunar New Year Celebration last

• One week

• 3 days

• One Month

• 15 days