Celebrations Around the World

What do Germans celebrate in October?

• Thanksgiving

• A king's wedding day

• New Year

• Chineses New Year

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How do Americans celebrate Thanksgiving?

• By lighting lamps

• By eating a special meal

• By dancing around a pole

• By eating mooncakes

What is Diwali?

• A festival of light

• A harvest party

• A star festival

• A moon festival

What do Jewish families eat for Rosh Hashanah?

• Candy

• Apples with honey

• Pizza

What is Kwanzaa about?

• Learning about African culture

• Eating a big meal

• Watching fireworks

How do girls dress for Santa Lucia in Sweden?

• Like a king

• With ribbons and flowers

• Carrying candles

What dance do people do for the Chinese New Year?

• Dragon dance

• Pole dance

• Star dance

What do Swedish families do on May Day?

• Light lamps

• Dance around a pole

• Eat apples

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When is Christmas?

• 12.25

• 12.24

• 12.26

What is Earth Day?

• Planting trees and protecting our planet

• Dancing around a pole

• Eating a big meal