Symbols
Greetings/Customs
History
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Miscellaneous
100
These are small decorated hand pots made from clay used to light oil wicks
Diya
100
This popular greeting means "Happy Diwali" in Hindi.
"Diwali Mubarak" or "Shubh Diwali"
100
Name atleast 2 religions that celebrate Diwali
Jainism, Hinduism, Sikhism
100
_____ oil traditionally burned in Diwali lamps
Mustard Oil
100
Free Points
You're welcome
200
Designs made of powder near doorways to welcome guests
Rangoli
200
On the day of Diwali, families often perform this ceremonial ritual to honor deities.
Puja
200
The followers of this religion celebrate Diwali as the return of Guru Hargobind Ji from captivity in the city of Gwalior.
Sikhism
200
______ are commonly exchanged during Diwali as a symbol of good wishes and blessings.
Sweets
200
Name 2 foods that are eaten on this day
Sweets, samosa, kheer (rice pudding), ladoo,
300
This sacred flower is often associated with the goddess Lakshmi and symbolizes wealth and purity.
Hint: Floats on water
Lotus
300
Name 3 things that are commonly gifted during Diwali
Sweets, new clothes, gold, money, candles, puja supplies, jewelry
300
What is the primary reason that Hindu's celebrate Diwali?
The celebration/victory of good over evil
300
Fireworks are often set off during Diwali to ward off _____, and instead bring positive energy
Bad spirits/energy
300
How many people celebrate Diwali?
Over 1 billion!
400
This shiny item, representing wealth, is placed near the goddess statue during Diwali prayers.
Gold coins or coins
400
Name 4 ways you can celebrate Diwali
Make a rangoli, decorate your house, light up diya, light up fireworks, wear traditional clothing, etc.
400
Between what time of the year is Diwali usually celebrated?
Mid October to Mid November
400
In Northern India, Diwali commemorates the return of Lord Rama after a ____year exile.
14 year
400
Who was the first US president to celebrate Diwali in the White House?
Barack Obama
500
This flower is often associated with Goddess Lakshmi
The Lotus flower
500
How many days is Diwali celebrated for?
5-6 days
500
Diwali comes from the Sanskrit word Dipavali or Deepavali, meaning
Row of Lights
500
Sikhs also refer to this day as _____.
Bandi Chhor Divas
500
Answer of the puzzle Can you solve this? is : 17
Value of one sky lamp is 20 (20 + 20 + 20 = 60)
Value of one bomb is 1 (1 x 1 x 1 = 1)
Value of one anar is 3 (notice there are two anars joined togather to confuse so its 3+3+3+3 = 12 )
Now the last equation would be as follows
20 – 1 x 3 = 17
So the answer is 17.