Week 22: Texas Celebrations Quiz

When was Westfest founded?

• 1976

• 1983

• 1972

• 1965

What is the purpose of Día de los Muertos?

• To celebrate the new year

• To honor loved ones who have died

• To mark the beginning of spring

• To commemorate a historical battle

What is the significance of Juneteenth?

• Commemorates a famous battle

• Celebrates the arrival of spring

• Honors the history and freedom of enslaved African Americans

• Marks the end of the school year

Where is the Texas Folklife Festival held?

• Dallas

• San Antonio

• Austin

• Houston

What is the main purpose of Borderfest?

• Bringing people of different cultures together

• Celebrating a historical event

• Promoting international trade

• Honoring military veterans

What is the main focus of the North Texas Irish Festival?

• Asian art and music

• African American history

• Celtic culture and heritage

• Native American traditions

What is the purpose of cultural celebrations or festivals?

• Celebrate the heritage of an ethnic group

• Promote modern technology

• Encourage political activism

• Raise funds for charity

What do celebrations help preserve?

• Social media posts

• Fast food recipes

• Fashion trends

• Traditions

What do celebrations highlight?

• Random facts about animals

• People, events, or ideas that are important to a culture

• Scientific discoveries

• Famous landmarks around the world

What do celebrations help connect us to?

• Fictional worlds

• Ancient civilizations

• Outer space

• Our culture