Holidays Around The World
Food Around The World
Woven Around The World
Religion Around The World
Landmarks Around the World
100
A dreidel is a ______-sided spinning top, played with during the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah
A) Three
B) Four
B) Four
The dreidel is a Jewish variant on the teetotum, a gambling toy found in many European cultures.
100
The State Dessert of Kansas
A. Red velvet cupcake
B. Kansas dirt cake
B. Kansas Dirt Cake
It's a chilled concoction of instant pudding, imitation whipped cream, and crushed chocolate sandwich cookies.
100
What color represents mourning, is associated with death, and predominantly used in funerals in Chinese culture?
A. White
B. Red
A. White
100
Which of the following religions has the largest number of followers worldwide?
A. Islam
B. Christianity
B. Christianity
100
What is the bay the Golden Gate Bridge crosses over?
San Francisco Bay
200
This Muslim holiday involves fasting from sunrise to sunset ______.
A. Ramadan
B. Eid al-Fitr
A. Ramadan
During this month, Muslims observe a strict daily fast from dawn until sunset. They are not allowed to eat or drink, not even water, during these daylight hours.
200
The National dish of Germany
A. Pot Roast
B. Currywurst
A. Pot Roast
A popular German dish is Sauerbraten which is considered one of the country's national dishes. It is essentially a German pot roast and is made with beef, veal, or venison as the main meat. Traditional sauerbraten was prepared using horse meat.
200
60 percent of the world's cashmere comes from what country?
A. China
B. India
A. China
Cashmere originated in Kashmir Province, India, which is how the Kashmir got that name. In the early 1800s, the Europeans took notice to Kashmir Province, and before they knew it, everyone wanted to own something cashmere! But now cashmere isn't as common in India, most cashmere comes from the high plateaus of Asia, especially China.
200
What is the oldest religion in the world?
A. Zoroastrianism
B. Hinduism
B. Hinduism was founded approximately 2300 BCE.
200
What is the island the Statue of Liberty is on?
Liberty island
300
This Mexican holiday involves family and friends gathering to pray and remember friends and family who have died.
A. Tres Reyes
B. Dia de los Muertos
B. Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
Families create ofrendas (Offerings) to honor their departed family members that have passed. These altars are decorated with bright yellow marigold flowers, photos of the departed, and the favorite foods and drinks of the one being honored.
300
The primary ingredient of a mince pie.
A. Dried fruit
B. Fresh fruit
A. Dried fruit
Simmer apples, apple cider, candied cherries, brown sugar, apricots, dried cherries, cranberries, currants, figs, orange zest, orange juice, golden raisins, raisins, schmaltz, allspice, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, salt, and ¾ cup rum
300
In its purest form, what is the most expensive natural fiber in the world?
A. Pineapple
B. Vicuna
B. Vicuna
The vicuna is a relative of the llama and alpaca which is found mainly in the alpine areas of the Andes Mountains. Its wool is soft and fine and provides excellent insulation.
300
In what direction do Muslims pray?
A. Towards the right
B. Towards Mecca
B. Towards Mecca
300
Blue domed Church Location
A. Rome, Italy OR
B. Santorini, Greece
Santorini, Greece
400
Red envelopes, usually containing money, are usually passed out during this holiday
A. Chinese New Year
B. Christmas
A. Chinese New Year
The Chinese New Year isn’t only celebrated on one day. Traditionally it is celebrated across 15 days and ends when there is a full moon! It ends with the Lantern Festival.
400
Who invented laminated pastry used in most flaky sweets?
A. Ancient Greeks
B. Ancient Romans
A. Ancient Greeks
400
What is the name of a traditional Indian garment that is typically made of 3.5-9 yards in length?
A. Sari
B. Mekhela
A. Sari
400
Diwali is a celebration in what religion?
A. Hinduism
B. Judaism
What is Hinduism?
400
This famous landmarks of the world known for its vibrant & rich color landscape and stone giants.
What is Moai – Easter Island, Chile
500
A week long event that is not a religious holiday, but a cultural celebration of African heritage and togetherness.
A. Gerewol Festival
B. Kwanzaa
B. Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa is a celebration of African-American culture and heritage. It lasts seven days from December 26th to January 1st.
500
What was the first food consumed while on the moon?
A. Peanut butter and jelly
B. Turkey bacon
B. Turkey Bacon
500
A hanbok is a traditional dress for semi-formal or formal attire during traditional occasions such as festivals, celebrations, and ceremonies, from what country?
A. South Korea
B. North Korea
A. South Korea
It is characterized by vibrant colors and simple lines without pockets. Although the term literally means "Korean clothing", today hanbok usually refers specifically to clothing worn during the Joseon dynasty period.
500
The four noble truths are part of the core beliefs of which of the following religion.
A. Buddhism
B. Hinduism
A. Buddhism
500
What is the tallest waterfall in the world?
A. Niagara Falls
B. Angel Falls
B. Angel Falls