Celebrations Around the World

What is celebrated on Christmas?

• The birth of Jesus Christ.

• The arrival of spring.

• The start of the new year.

• The festival of lights.

What Jewish holiday is celebrated for eight days and nights?

• Hanukkah

• Shavuot

• Rosh Hashanah

• Purim

What is the significance of New Year's celebrations across the world?

• New Year's celebrations are only recognized in Western cultures.

• New Year's celebrations have no cultural significance and are just for fun.

• New Year's celebrations are solely about fireworks and parties.

• New Year's celebrations signify renewal, hope, and community bonding across cultures.

Which festival marks the beginning of the lunar new year in China?

• Chinese New Year

• Mid-Autumn Festival

• Dragon Boat Festival

• Lantern Festival

What is Eid al-Fitr and which religion observes it?

• Eid al-Fitr is a Christian holiday.

• Eid al-Fitr is celebrated by Hindus.

• Eid al-Fitr is a Jewish festival.

• Eid al-Fitr is observed by the Islamic religion.

What event does Easter celebrate in Christianity?

• The Last Supper of Jesus.

• The birth of Jesus Christ.

• The resurrection of Jesus Christ.

• The ascension of Jesus into heaven.

Who is Saint Valentinus and what day is associated with him?

• Saint Valentinus is a famous painter from the 18th century.

• Saint Valentinus is associated with Christmas Day.

• Saint Valentinus is celebrated on March 14th.

• Saint Valentinus is associated with February 14th.

What does Diwali symbolize in Hindu culture?

• The importance of wealth and prosperity.

• The arrival of spring and new beginnings.

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

• The celebration of harvest and abundance.

What is the theme of Halloween?

• Nature and harvest

• Love and friendship

• Fear and the supernatural

• Joy and celebration

What does Bodhi Day represent in Buddhism?

• The day the Buddha attained enlightenment.

• The day the Buddha passed away.

• The day the Buddha delivered his first sermon.

• The day the Buddha was born.