Celebrations Around the World

What festival is celebrated with fireworks and parades in the United States on July 4th?

• Memorial Day

• Labor Day

• Thanksgiving

• Independence Day

Which Hindu festival is known as the Festival of Lights?

• Diwali

• Holi

• Makar Sankranti

• Navratri

What is the traditional meal served during Thanksgiving in the United States?

• Roasted turkey

• Beef stew

• Pasta salad

• Grilled chicken

Which holiday marks the end of Ramadan in the Islamic calendar?

• Eid al-Fitr

• Mawlid al-Nabi

• Ramadan

• Eid al-Adha

What is the name of the Mexican holiday that honors deceased loved ones?

• Día de los Reyes

• Día de los Muertos

• Día de la Candelaria

• Día de la Independencia

During which festival do people throw colored powders at each other in India?

• Navratri

• Diwali

• Eid

• Holi

What is the significance of the Chinese New Year?

• The Chinese New Year signifies renewal, family reunions, and the start of a prosperous year.

• It is a celebration of winter solstice.

• It signifies the beginning of summer festivities.

• It marks the end of the harvest season.

Which celebration involves the lighting of a menorah for eight nights?

• Hanukkah

• Diwali

• Eid al-Fitr

• Christmas

What is the name of the harvest festival celebrated in Japan?

• Oshogatsu

• Hanami

• Tsukimi

• Matsuri

Which festival is known for its elaborate costumes and samba parades in Brazil?

• Diwali

• Oktoberfest

• Carnival

• Festa Junina