Origins of our country
When do we celebrate the founding of independent Czech Republic?
On the 1st January
Which season is Easter celebrated?
In spring.
Name 3 symbols of Christmas
Christmas tree, nativity scene, star, wreath, jingle bells, carols, presents
Who is St. Venceslas?
Patron saint of the Czech Republic
Which 2 days are national holidays in May?
1st and 8th May
Which year was the independent Czech Republic founded?
1993
Name at least two symbols of Easter which are used in the Czech Republic as well as in United Kingdom, USA or other countries.
Easter Bunny, Easter eggs
When is Christmas celebrated in the Czech Republic and what is the name of the holiday?
24th December, Christmas Eve
When is St. Venceslas Day celebrated?
28th September
What is the name of the holiday that falls on the 1st May in Czech and in English?
Svátek práce / Labour Day / May Day
When was the first independent Czechoslovak Republic founded?
28th October 1918
Easter whip (pomlázka), lamb-shaped cake, decorated eggs (kraslice)
When is Christmas celebrated in the United States or United Kingdom and what is the name of the holiday?
25th December, Christmas Day
What event does St. Venceslas Day commemorate?
What do we commemorate on the 8th May?
The end of the 2nd world war / Liberation Day
Who was the first Czechoslovak president?
Tomáš/Thomas Garrigue Masaryk
The first Sunday after the first spring full moon.
What is the name for 26th December in the United Kingdom?
Boxing Day
Who had St. Venceslas murdered?
His brother Boleslav
When is St. Cyril and Methodius Day celebrated?
5th July
Who was the first Czech president?
Václav Havel
What does Easter commemorate?
Death, crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Where do many Australians celebrate Christmas?
On the beach
What is the official name of this holiday both in Czech and English?
Den české státnosti / Czech Statehood Day
When is Jan Hus Day celebrated?
6th July