Festivals
What spooky autumn festival involves carving pumpkins, wearing costumes, and saying "Trick or treat"?
Halloween
What famous ancient wonder in China is so long you can see it from space?
The Great Wall of China
What word describes family members who lived long ago, like your great-great-grandparents?
Ancestors
Which ancient Egyptian queen is famous for her beauty, heavy eye makeup, and appearing in tons of movies and games?
Cleopatra
What winter holiday in Western countries involves a decorated tree, gifts, and Santa Claus?
Christmas
What giant ancient stone structures in Egypt were built as tombs for pharaohs?
The Pyramids
What word refers to a group of people born around the same time, such as teenagers today versus their parents?
Generation
Which superhero from the past gets his powers from an arachnid and protects New York City?
Spider-Man
What festival in China and Vietnam features mooncakes, lanterns, and looking at the full moon?
Mid-Autumn Festival
What famous ancient temple complex in Cambodia is featured on their national flag?
Angkor Wat
What phrasal verb means to tell stories, traditions, or recipes from older family members to younger ones?
Pass down
What popular video game lets players build, mine, and survive in a blocky 3D world?
Minecraft
hy do people around the world celebrate the New Year with fireworks?
To celebrate the past year and welcome a fresh start
What do we call an old building, temple, or landmark protected for its historical value?
Heritage site / Monument
What traditional long dress is worn in Vietnam, and what is the traditional kilt or tartan pattern associated with Scotland?
Ao dai / Kilt
What famous ship sank in 1912 after hitting an iceberg, inspiring a huge romantic movie?
Titanic
What traditional Mexican holiday honors and remembers deceased family members with colorful skulls and marigolds?
Day of the Dead
Why do countries spend millions of dollars to protect ancient heritage sites?
To preserve history and culture for future generations
Why do families across different cultures often gather for special meals during major celebrations?
To show love, maintain family customs, and share gratitude
In medieval Europe, people actually took animals to court and put them on trial for crimes. What animal was most frequently put on trial and even sentenced to hanging?
Pigs (and rats/insects)