Food
This Asian country is known for sushi, a dish made with vinegared rice and raw fish.
Japan
In which country is ] New Year celebrated with parades, dances, and fireworks, marking the beginning of the lunar new year?
China
In India, it is a common tradition to greet others by placing your hands together in front of your chest and saying a specific word. What is this greeting called?
Namaste
What sport is most popular in the United States, where teams like the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers compete?
baseball
This traditional Japanese art form involves folding paper into shapes like animals or flowers.
origami
In Mexico, this flatbread is commonly used to make tacos and burritos
Tortilla
the fourth Thursday of November
In Spain and Latin Cultures, it is customary to eat 12 grapes at midnight on New Year’s Eve. What is the significance of this tradition?
to bring good luck for each month of the coming year
In which country is Sumo wrestling a traditional sport, with large competitors wearing a special outfit and competing in a ring?
Japan
This brightly colored object, often filled with candy or small gifts, is traditionally used during celebrations like birthdays in latin America. What is it called?
piñata
Which European country is famous for its cheeses like Brie and Camembert, as well as for baguettes?
France
In which country is Carnival, a festival celebrated before Lent with parades, costumes, and music, widely celebrated in February or March?
In Japan, it is customary to _________ as a greeting.
Which sport is played on ice, where players use sticks to try and hit a puck into a goal, and is especially popular in countries like Canada and Russia?
Hockey
This circular object, often seen in Chinese culture, symbolizes balance and harmony. What is it called?
yin-yang symbol
This country is famous for dishes like paella, tapas, and churros.
Spain
In which country is the holiday of Mardi Gras celebrated with parades, masks, and floats, usually in February or March?
France
In Mexico, it is common to celebrate Día de los Muertos by creating altars and offering food. What kind of food is typically left out for the spirits?
pan de muerto (bread of the dead)
In which country is rugby a national sport, with teams like the All Blacks being famous worldwide for their haka dance before games?
New Zealand
In Japan, this traditional garment is often worn during ceremonies and special occasions, featuring elaborate designs and bright colors. What is this garment called?
kimono
This country is famous for flavorful dishes like biryani and butter chicken.
India
In which country is Oktoberfest celebrated, a famous beer festival that lasts for 16–18 days, starting in late September?
Germany
In Scotland, it is traditional to celebrate the Hogmanay New Year’s Eve festival with a special tradition where the first person to enter a home after midnight is called the first-footer. What is one thing this person typically brings for good luck?
coal, shortbread, or whisky
In which country is Sepak Takraw a popular sport, where players use their feet, knees, chest, and head to hit a rattan ball over a net, similar to volleyball?
Thailand
This giant statue of ___________ in Thailand represents peace and spiritual wisdom.
Buddha