Columbus Day
Halloween
Holidays Around the World
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving
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When is Columbus Day celebrated?

The second Monday of October

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What is another name for Halloween?

All Hallows’ Eve

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This German holiday is a major tourist attraction for people from all over the world. Visitors come to enjoy the beer, the food, the music and the atmosphere.

Oktoberfest

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What is the primary purpose of Veterans Day?

To honor all military veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces

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Where did the Pilgrims celebrate the first Thanksgiving?

Plymouth, Massachusetts

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In what year did Christopher Columbus arrive in the Americas?

1492

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What popular cartoon ghost has appeared in dozens of films, TV series and comic books?

Casper the Friendly Ghost

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This Mexican holiday is celebrated on November 1st and 2nd. Families typically visit the graves of their loved ones, build altars at home, which are decorated with flowers, candles and offerings of food and drink which are believed to help guide the spirits back to the world of the living.

Dia De Los Muertos or The Day of the Dead

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When is Veterans Day Celebrated?

November 11th

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Which US president issued the first Thanksgiving proclamation?

George Washington

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What is the updated holiday name instead of Columbus Day?

Indigenous Peoples' Day

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Before pumpkins, which root vegetables did the Irish and Scottish carve on Halloween?

Turnips

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This festival celebrates the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance. It is one of the most important and popular festivals in India and is also celebrated by Hindus all over the world.

Diwali or the Festival of Lights

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When Veterans Day was originally established, what was its name?

Armistice Day

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Where was the first Thanksgiving Day parade in the US held?

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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What were the names of the 3 ships Columbus brought on his voyage?

The Nina, The Pinta and the Santa Maria

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What is another name for a witch’s kettle or pot?

A cauldron

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This is a Christian holiday  to honor and remember all of the saints, both known and unknown. Celebrated on November 1st each year primarily in Italy.

Ognissanti, also known as All Saint’s Day

400

Why is the apostrophe intentionally left out of the spelling of this holiday?

It is not owned by the Veterans, it is a day to honor then collectively

400

Which NFL team has played the most games on Thanksgiving Day?

The Detroit Lions

500

Which country sponsored Columbus's voyages?

Spain

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Which Halloween candy was originally referred to as chicken feed?

Candy corn

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This harvest festival is celebrated in Chinese culture. It’s held on the 15th day of the 8th month of the Chinese lunisolar calendar with a full moon at night.

The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival or Mooncake Festival

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What significant event does Veterans Day commemorate?

Veterans Day marks the armistice signed on November 11, 1918, which ended World War I at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month.

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What is the name of the horn-shaped basket filled with fruits and vegetables that's commonly associated with Thanksgiving?

A cornucopia

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