Holidays and Celebrations Quiz

What is the holiday that celebrates Christianity and the resurrection of Jesus Christ?

• Christmas

• Hanukkah

• Easter

• Ramadan

Answer explanation

Easter is the holiday that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, a central event in Christianity. Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus, while Hanukkah and Ramadan are not related to Christianity.

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Hanukkah is a holiday.

• Christianity

• Islam

• Hinduism

• Jewish

Answer explanation

Hanukkah is a Jewish holiday that commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. It is celebrated by Jewish people around the world, making 'Jewish' the correct choice.

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Where did people first begin celebrating the Lunar New Year?

• Europe

• Asia

• Africa

• Australia

Answer explanation

The Lunar New Year originated in Asia, where it has been celebrated for thousands of years, particularly in countries like China, Vietnam, and Korea. It marks the beginning of the lunar calendar.

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Rosh Hashanah is also known as what?

• Jewish New Year

• Chinese New Year

• Easter

• Thanksgiving

Answer explanation

Rosh Hashanah is known as the Jewish New Year, marking the beginning of the year in the Hebrew calendar. It is a time for reflection and celebration, distinct from other holidays like Chinese New Year, Easter, or Thanksgiving.

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When do people celebrate Thanksgiving in the United States?

• A Thursday in November

• A Friday in December

• A Monday in October

• A Sunday in September

Answer explanation

Thanksgiving in the United States is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November each year. This makes "A Thursday in November" the correct choice, while the other options do not correspond to the Thanksgiving holiday.

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Which holiday in Christianity celebrates the birth of Jesus?

• Easter

• Hanukkah

• Christmas

• Ramadan

Answer explanation

Christmas is the holiday in Christianity that celebrates the birth of Jesus. Easter commemorates his resurrection, while Hanukkah is a Jewish festival, and Ramadan is an Islamic month of fasting.

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What does the holiday Dia de los Muertos celebrate?

• The beginning of spring

• The end of winter

• A Spanish celebration of friends and family members who have died

• The harvest season

Answer explanation

Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Mexican holiday that honors and celebrates friends and family members who have passed away, making the correct choice a Spanish celebration of those who have died.

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What does Holi celebrate?

• The end of summer

• The beginning of spring

• The harvest season

• The new year

Answer explanation

Holi celebrates the beginning of spring, marking the arrival of warmer weather and the blossoming of flowers. It is a festival of colors that signifies renewal and the triumph of good over evil.

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What is a big part of Kwanzaa?

• Lighting a candle each night

• Decorating a tree

• Fasting

• Giving gifts

Answer explanation

A significant aspect of Kwanzaa is lighting a candle each night, which represents the seven principles of the holiday. This ritual emphasizes reflection and unity, making it a central tradition of the celebration.

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How long is the Muslim holiday, Ramadan?

• One week

• One month

• One day

• One year

Answer explanation

Ramadan is a significant month in Islam, observed by fasting from dawn until sunset. It lasts for one month, making 'One month' the correct answer.

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