Dumplings and wontons are foods found in what country?
China.
Dumplings have a history of more than 1,800 years. They consist of meat and veg wrapped in a thin piece of dough. Wontons have been in existence since the Tang Dynasty and it has become a tradition to eat them during the winter solstice.
100
In which country might you find people wearing the Dirndl and Lederhosen
Austria, South Tyrol, and Bavaria.
They are typically worn for special occasions such as marriages ect.
100
Are both males and females treated equally in all societies?
No.
In many countries gender inequality still exists. This means men are often seen as being superior to women but we are working our way to gender equality.
100
What are some things that define culture? Try to name at least 3.
Music, language, cuisine, art, religion, social habits, clothes.
100
Where did the first idea of football originate?
Ancient Egypt
200
Pozole and Tamales are an examples of a traditional dishes from what country?
Mexico.
200
What country can you find women wearing the ‘Sari’?
India.
A Sari is the traditional outfit for women in India. It is a garment that is draped and folded, wrapping around the waist and going over the shoulder.
200
What was the Women’s Suffragette Movement?
It was a movement that aimed to improve women’s rights. The suffragette’s were a group who fought for women to have the right to vote and run for office.
200
What is cultural appropriation?
When someone adopts a part of a culture that is not their own.
200
Where will the 2020 Olympics be hosted?
Tokyo, Japan
300
Samosas and Pani Puri are examples of food from what country?
India.
Pani puri is hollow bread filled with spiced water, tamarind, potato, onion, and chickpeas. Samosas are fried and made with a potato stuffing usually served with mint chutney.
300
The headdress, typically worn by Native American men, is a symbol of what?
They are typically worn by males who have earned respect and power in their tribe.
300
What is an example of a country that has low gender equality?
Countries with gender inequality include Yemen, Pakistan, Syria, Iran, and Saudi Arabia (in Saudi Arabia women were granted the right to vote for the first time in 2015). But there are many more.
300
Is use of the Bindi or Native Indian headdress by celebrities or by people in events such as Coachella an example of cultural appropriation?
Yes, it can be offensive when people don’t understand the true meaning.
The bindi is used to represent a married woman or believed to ward off bad luck. The headdress is a symbol of respect and power in a tribe.
300
Who won album of the year at the 2016 Grammys? (Hint: she won it with her album ‘1989’)
Taylor Swift
400
Fondue and Raclette come from which country country?
Switzerland.
Raclette came from the area of Valais and Fondue came from Zȕrich.
400
The dashiki shirt is typically worn in what region?
This is a colourful garment that is usually worn in West Africa.
400
Are all girls allowed to go to school?
No, there are about 63 million girls all over the world that are denied an education.
400
What is the main language spoken in Brazil?
Portuguese.
This is because Brazil was once a colony of Portugal but gained independence in 1822.
400
Who won the 2014 Fifa World Cup?
Germany
500
Malasadas and Polvo lagareiro come from what country?
Portugal.
Malasadas are everyone's favourite Portuguese donut. Polvo Lagareiro is a baked octopus dish with fish and vegetables.
500
What is a hijab? (Who wears it, where can you typically see it, why is it used)
A hijab is a headscarf typically worn in the middle eastern countries as the most common religion is Islam. It is tied tightly around the head and is used to conceal a woman's hair.
500
In the working world, who do you think is paid more men or women?
Men are paid more on average - 21% more.
This is known as the gender-pay gap. It exists in many western countries, even though western countries are perceived as having fewer inequalities.
500
Kon’nichiwa means hello in what language
Japanese
500
Deadshot and Harley Quinn star as characters in what film?