Spring Around the World

What is the first day of spring called in the Northern Hemisphere?

• Summer Solstice

• Winter Solstice

• Vernal Equinox

• Autumnal Equinox

In Japan, the blooming of which flower marks the arrival of spring?

• Rose

• Tulip

• Cherry Blossom

• Sunflower

Which festival in India is known as the Festival of Colors, celebrating the arrival of spring?

• Diwali

• Holi

• Navratri

• Eid

In which month does spring start in the Southern Hemisphere?

• March

• June

• September

• December

What is a common activity in the United States to clean and organize one's home during spring?

• Spring Dancing

• Spring Singing

• Spring Cleaning

• Spring Planting

Which of these animals is commonly associated with spring because it is often seen more during this season?

• Bears

• Rabbits

• Penguins

• Camels

What natural phenomenon increases in frequency during the spring in many parts of the world?

• Snowstorms

• Rain showers

• Heatwaves

• Sandstorms

Which of these flowers is known to bloom early in spring?

• Sunflower

• Daffodil

• Rose

• Hibiscus

What day is Earth Day celebrated, which falls during spring in the Northern Hemisphere?

• March 21

• April 22

• May 1

• June 5

In China, which traditional festival falls on the 5th day of the 5th lunar month, often in spring?

• Mid-Autumn Festival

• Dragon Boat Festival

• Chinese New Year

• Qingming Festival