Diwali and the Story of Prince Rama

What is the main reason people light lamps during Diwali?

• To celebrate the harvest season

• To honor the goddess of wealth

• To mark the end of the year

• To symbolize the inner light that protects from evil

Why were Prince Rama, Sitha, and Lakshana sent into exile?

• To escape a war

• To learn about the world

• To fulfill their father's promise

• To find a hidden treasure

What did the demoness Shanka do after being rejected by the princes?

• She attacked Sitha

• She cursed the forest

• She left peacefully

• She married another prince

How did Sitha help Rama find her after being abducted?

• She used a magic spell

• She left a trail of her jewelry

• She escaped and returned

• She sent a message through a bird

Who did Rama meet that agreed to help him find Sitha?

• The Monkey King Hanuman

• A powerful sorcerer

• A wise old sage

• A group of wandering knights

What did Rama's allies build to reach Raavana's island?

• A tunnel

• A bridge

• A magical portal

• A fleet of ships

What was the outcome of the battle between Rama and Raavana?

• The battle ended in a truce

• Rama defeated Raavana

• Raavana defeated Rama

• Both sides suffered heavy losses

What does the word 'Diwali' or 'Deepavali' mean in Sanskrit?

• Festival of colors

• Row of lights

• End of darkness

• Victory of good

Which city outside of India holds the largest Diwali celebrations?

• New York

• Sydney

• Leicester

• Toronto

What is the significance of lighting lamps during Diwali?

• To ward off evil spirits

• To honor the gods

• To celebrate the new year

• To guide Rama, Sitha, and Lakshana back home