Holidays Quiz #1

What is one of the oldest holidays in the world that started over 3,000 years ago in ancient China?

• Christmas

• Diwali

• Lunar New Year

• Nowruz

What tradition began in Germany in the 1500s related to Christmas?

• Lighting lamps

• Decorating trees

• Exchanging sweets

• Wearing red clothing

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Who is the kind and generous man associated with Christmas traditions?

• Saint Nicholas

• Lord Rama

• Nian

• Santa Claus

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Nowruz marks the first day of which season?

• Winter

• Summer

• Spring

• Autumn

What is the special table called during Nowruz?

• Haft-seen

• Kinara

• Menorah

• Dreidel

What is the main focus of Kwanzaa?

• African heritage and culture

• Persian traditions

• Jewish history

• Chinese New Year

What is a common theme among different holidays?

• Importance of family and friends

• Accumulation of wealth

• Political power

• Technological advancement

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What is the significance of lighting candles during Kwanzaa?

• To celebrate unity and community

• To honor the past

• To welcome the new year

• To symbolize wealth

How many animals are in the Chinese zodiac associated with Lunar New Year?

• 10

• 12

• 15

• 20

What is one way people scared away the monster Nian?

• Singing songs

• Setting off firecrackers

• Planting trees

• Wearing blue clothing

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