Diwali Quiz

What does the word "Diwali" mean, and where does it originate from?

• Diwali comes from the English word "Deepavalei," meaning "a dark night."

• Diwali comes from the Sanskrit word "Deepavali," meaning "rows of lighted lamps."

• Diwali comes from the Indian word "Deepavali," meaning "rows of broken lamps."

• Diwali comes from the Malay word "Deepa," meaning "rows of banana trees"

What are some symbolic themes celebrated during Diwali?

• Celebration of lighting rows of lamps

• Remembrance of historical battles
• Honoring agricultural harvests
• Celebration of the victory of good over evil

When is Diwali usually celebrated according to the Hindu calendar?

• Diwali is usually celebrated in October or November.
• Diwali is celebrated in July or August.
• Diwali is celebrated in March or April.
• Diwali is celebrated in January or February.

Why does the date of Diwali change every year?

• The date of Diwali changes every year because of globalization.

• The date of Diwali changes every year because the Hindu lunar calendar is different from the Gregorian calendar.

• The date of Diwali changes every year because the Hindu lunar calendar is nowhere to be found.

• Diwali is always celebrated on the same date every year.

How many days does the Diwali festival last, and on which day is the main celebration?

• 7 days, with the main celebration on the fifth day.
• 3 days, with the main celebration on the first day.
• 5 days, with the main celebration on the second day.
• 5 days, with the main celebration on the third day.

What is the significance of lighting lamps for the Hindu goddess Lakshmi during Diwali?

• Lighting lamps is a ritual to please the goddess Lakshmi

• Lighting lamps is only for decoration purposes.
• Lighting lamps for Lakshmi during Diwali signifies inviting prosperity and dispelling darkness.
• Lighting lamps symbolize the end of World War 1.

What role does Rangoli play in Diwali celebrations?

• Rangoli is used to ward off evil spirits during Diwali.
• Rangoli is a type of traditional Diwali sweet.
• Rangoli is primarily a form of dance performed during Diwali.
• Rangoli plays a decorative and auspicious role in Diwali celebrations, symbolizing welcome and prosperity.

What is the other name for Rangoli?

• Kolam
• Chapati

• Kothu Pratha

• Namaste

How is the story of Rama and Sita connected to Diwali in Northern India?

• Diwali marks the beginning of the dark era.

• Rama and Sita are celebrated for their wedding anniversary during Diwali.
• Diwali is a festival that celebrates the exile of Rama and Sita.

• Diwali celebrates the return of Rama and Sita to Ayodhya after their exile.

How do families traditionally prepare for Diwali, and what foods might they enjoy together?

• Families prepare by decorating with flowers and candles only.
• They primarily eat only rice and dal during Diwali.
• Families decorate their homes with clay oil lamps (called Diyas) and gather for a feast that includes various delicacies, such as the popular treat, Gulab Jamun.

• Families focus on outdoor activities and ignore food altogether.