Cultural Celebrations Quiz

Why do communities have cultural celebrations? Choose three.

• to preserve traditions

• to bring people together

• to have parades and eat food

• to highlight important cultural ideas

Why is Día de los Muertos an important Mexican celebration?

• It honors the seasons.

• It celebrates freedom.

• It honors loved ones who have died.

• It celebrates the many cultures in Texas.

Why are cultural celebrations such as West Fest important?

• They honor the west part of Texas.

• They give us an opportunity to have a carnival.

• They honor different cultures that are found in Texas.

• They honor people who travel west for work.

Which idea is best supported by the photographs?

• Both festivals include only food.

• Neither festival is held in a Texas city.

• Neither festival allows music or dancing.

• Both festivals celebrate traditional clothing.

What is Juneteenth also known as?

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Memorial Day

• Emancipation Day

Where is the North Texas Irish Festival held?

• San Antonio

• Galveston

• Hidalgo

• Dallas

What is the purpose of the Folklife festival?

• To celebrate American history

• To celebrate diverse cultures in Texas

• To celebrate modern art

• To celebrate international cuisine

What is the main focus of the Westfest celebration?

• Czech heritage

• Scottish heritage

• African American heritage

• Mexican heritage

What is the significance of Borderfest?

• To celebrate the end of the Civil War

• To celebrate the 4th of July

• To celebrate the history of Texas

• To celebrate the culture of one country each year

What is the purpose of Juneteenth celebrations?

• To celebrate the end of the Civil War

• To honor the history and freedom of enslaved African Americans

• To honor the history of Texas

• To celebrate the 4th of July