Discovering Diwali

What is Diwali also known as?

• Festival of Lights

• Festival of Unity

• Festival of Colors

• Festival of Harvest

Which goddess is worshipped during Diwali?

• Durga

• Lakshmi

• Parvati

• Saraswati

What does Diwali celebrate?

• The arrival of spring and new beginnings.

• The harvest festival of crops and grains.

• The celebration of the winter solstice and the longest night of the year.

• The victory of light over darkness and good over evil.

In which season does Diwali usually occur?

• Winter

• Spring

• Summer

• Autumn

What is the significance of lights during Diwali?

• Lights are a symbol of wealth and prosperity in business.

• Lights signify the victory of light over darkness and good over evil during Diwali.

• Lights represent the harvest season and abundance.

• Lights are used to ward off rain during Diwali.

Which epic story is associated with Diwali?

• Ramayana

• Bhagavad Gita

• Panchatantra

• Mahabharata

What do people often exchange during Diwali?

• sweets and gifts

• flowers and cards

• money and clothes

• toys and decorations

What is the traditional sweet made during Diwali?

• Ladoo

• Jalebi

• Gulab Jamun

• Barfi

How long does the Diwali festival last?

• 7 days

• 3 days

• 10 days

• 5 days

What is one common activity people do during Diwali?

• Singing carols

• Lighting oil lamps and candles

• Exchanging gifts

• Baking cookies