Celebrations Around the World Quiz

What is the main celebration during the month of December in the Netherlands?

• Diwali

• St. Nicholas Day

• Ramadan

• Las Posadas

Which festival is known as the Festival of Lights and is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains?

• Hanukkah

• Diwali

• Christmas

• St. Lucia Day

In which country is St. Lucia Day primarily celebrated?

• Mexico

• Sweden

• Netherlands

• India

What is the significance of Las Posadas in Mexican culture?

• It marks the end of Ramadan.

• It is a reenactment of Mary and Joseph's search for shelter.

• It celebrates the birth of St. Nicholas.

• It is a festival of lights.

How is Hanukkah celebrated in Jewish tradition?

• By lighting candles on a menorah for eight nights.

• By fasting from sunrise to sunset.

• By exchanging gifts on one night.

• By decorating a Christmas tree.

What is a common activity during Christmas in many countries?

• Lighting a menorah

• Fasting

• Decorating a Christmas tree

• Reenacting Las Posadas

Why is Ramadan considered a holy month in Islam?

• It marks the birth of the Prophet Muhammad.

• It is the month when the Quran was revealed.

• It celebrates the end of winter.

• It is a time for exchanging gifts.

Compare the way St. Nicholas Day is celebrated in the Netherlands with Christmas celebrations in the United States.

• Both involve fasting and prayer.

• St. Nicholas Day involves gift-giving on December 5th, while Christmas involves gift-giving on December 25th.

• Both are celebrated with fireworks.

• Both involve lighting candles for eight nights.

What is a traditional food eaten during Hanukkah?

• Latkes

• Tamales

• Gingerbread cookies

• Samosas

Explain the significance of the menorah in Hanukkah celebrations.

• It represents the eight days of fasting.

• It symbolizes the miracle of the oil lasting eight days.

• It is used to decorate homes.

• It is a symbol of peace.