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WorksheetsHolidays of Cuba Quizizz
Total questions: 45
Worksheet time: 23mins
What is the Republic of Cuba made up of?
Mountains
Tropical islands
Deserts
Forests
About how many people live in Cuba?
5 million
8 million
11 million
15 million
Which cultures influenced Cuban traditions?
African, Spanish, Taino, French, and South American
Chinese and Japanese
Only African
Only Spanish
Who are the Taino?
Spanish settlers
African slaves
Indigenous people native to Cuba
South American immigrants
Cuban holidays focus mainly on:
Food festivals
Special days in history and religious celebrations
Harvest festivals
Sports events
What holiday is celebrated on December 31 in Cuba?
Liberation Day
New Year's Eve
Revolution Day
Independence Day
How many grapes do some Cubans eat at midnight on New Year's Eve?
10
11
12
15
What does putting money in mailboxes symbolize on New Year's Eve?
Safety
Wealth and prosperity
Love
Good health
What happens at midnight on New Year's Eve in Cuba?
People pray quietly
Fireworks explode and people dance
Everyone goes to sleep early
People exchange gifts
What is celebrated on January 1 in Cuba?
Christmas
Liberation Day
Children's Day
Independence Day
Liberation Day marks the:
Beginning of Spanish rule
End of the Revolution
First harvest
Start of the school year
How do Cubans celebrate Liberation Day?
Praying in churches
Outdoor discos, parades, and music
Working overtime
Fasting
Whose birthday is celebrated on January 28?
Fidel Castro
Jose Marti
Carlos de Cespedes
Antonio Maceo
Jose Marti was a:
President
General
Poet and national hero
Farmer
Jose Marti is known as:
Father of the Cuban Republic
Father of the Cuban Revolution
Leader of the Carnival
A famous singer
How do people honor Jose Marti's birthday?
Fireworks
Marches carrying his picture and the Cuban flag
Sports competitions
Dancing
What important event is remembered on Good Friday?
Birth of Christ
Death of Jesus Christ
Creation of the world
Christmas
What do Cuban Catholics do on Easter?
Go to the beach
Travel abroad
Attend mass and have a feast
Fast for 40 days
What is the "Way of the Cross"?
A prayer meeting
A walk through town remembering Jesus' path to the cross
A Christmas play
A dance
When is May Day celebrated in Cuba?
April 30
May 1
May 20
June 1
What is May Day known as in other countries?
Freedom Day
Revolution Day
Labor Day
Easter
May Day celebrations include:
Dancing competitions
Sports matches
Large parades
Carnivals
When does Cuba celebrate its independence from Spain?
July 26
May 20
October 10
December 24
What year did Cuba officially become independent?
1895
1898
1902
1959
How do Cubans traditionally celebrate Independence Day?
Military parades
Fireworks
A family meal
Street fairs
Which of these dishes is NOT traditionally Cuban?
Rice and beans
Roast pig
Sushi
Beef stew
What is celebrated on June 1 in Cuba?
Children's Day
Revolution Day
Carnival
Independence Day
What is another name for Children's Day in Cuba?
Dia del Niño
Dia de la Revolucion
Dia de la Libertad
Dia de los Muertos
How are children celebrated on Children's Day?
Given chores
Given sweets or toys
Sent to school
Given medals
Revolution Day is celebrated on:
May 20
July 26
October 10
January 1
The event that started on July 26, 1953 was:
The Cuban Revolution
The Bay of Pigs Invasion
The Vietnam War
The Korean War
Who led the attack on July 26, 1953?
Jose Marti
Fidel Castro
Carlos de Cespedes
Antonio Maceo
Who was the president of Cuba during the attack on July 26, 1953?
Fidel Castro
Carlos de Cespedes
Batista
Jose Marti
When did Fidel Castro finally come to power?
1953
1959
1902
1868
When does the Carnival of Santiago de Cuba occur?
December 24-25
July 18-27
October 10-15
June 1-10
The Carnival of Santiago de Cuba began as a:
Revolution celebration
Christian festival
Wedding tradition
Independence celebration
What type of music is common at the Carnival of Santiago de Cuba?
Jazz
Congo music
Salsa only
Opera
What is another name for the traditional summer festivals that became Carnival?
Fiestas
Mamarrachos
Celebraciones
Paseos
What is celebrated on October 10 in Cuba?
Start of Christmas season
Beginning of wars of independence
Carnival
Liberation Day
Who freed 30 slaves on October 10, 1868?
Fidel Castro
Carlos Manuel de Cespedes
Jose Marti
Batista
What do many Cubans do on October 10?
Work extra hours
Spend time with family and friends
Travel abroad
Host sports tournaments
When is Noche Buena celebrated?
December 24
December 31
January 1
January 6
What is a traditional Cuban dish served on Christmas Eve?
Pizza
Roast pork
Hamburgers
Sushi
What is celebrated on January 6 in Cuba?
Good Friday
Epiphany or Los Tres Reyes
Easter
May Day
What happens to children who misbehave during the year on Epiphany?
They get no presents
They are given coal
They are sent to school
They have to apologize publicly
