Carnival
In which country does the carnival take place?
Brazil
In which country does the oktoberfest take place?
Germany
In which country does the diwali take place?
India
In which country does the la tomatina take place?
spain
In which country does the songkran take place?
Thailand
What is the Carnival of Brazil?
A yearly festival
What is Oktoberfest?
A beer festival
When is Diwali usually celebrated?
Mid-September to mid-November
What is the main activity of La Tomatina festival?
Tomato fight
Besides Thailand, which other Southeast and South Asian countries celebrate New Year around the same time as Songkran?
India and Sri Lanka
When does the Carnival of Brazil typically take place?
The Friday before Ash Wednesday
How long does Oktoberfest typically last?
Two weeks
Who celebrates Diwali?
Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and Newar Buddhists
When did La Tomatina festival start?
1945
What was the original date of Songkran as the official New Year before it was moved to 1 January?
1 April
What some Christians don't do with carnival?
Some Christians don't eat meat.
What is the local name for Oktoberfest in Munich?
d'Wiesn
What are some activities commonly associated with Diwali celebrations?
Illuminating homes with oil lamps and candles
Who banned La Tomatina festival in the 1950s
Francisco Franco
What does the word "Songkran" mean?
Transformation or change
What is the origin of the word "carnival"?
It means "to remove meat"
Besides beer, what other attractions can visitors enjoy at Oktoberfest?
Amusement rides and games
Who celebrates Diwali, besides Hindus?
Buddhists
Why was La Tomatina canceled in 2020 and 2021?
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic
Which Sanskrit word does "Songkran" originate from
Saṃkrānti