Sand Sculpting Festival
Where in the world is Frankston Beach located?
Melbourne, Australia.
In which month does the UFO festival take place?
July.
What is the name of the town mascot in Saranac Lake?
Sara the Snowy Owl.
What is the main traditional dish prepared for Nauryz?
Nauryz-kozhe.
What is the specific theme of the sand sculptures this year?
Age of the Dinosaurs.
What historical event happened in 1947 that started this festival?
A UFO/alien spaceship allegedly crashed.
How many days does the Winter Carnival celebration last?
10 days.
What does the word "Nauryz" mean in many Eastern languages?
"New Day."
How many tons of sand were used to create the dinosaurs?
3,500 tons.
How do people creatively use "aluminium foil" during the event?
They use it to cover pets (tortoises) to look like aliens
What is the first official event that marks the start of the festival?
The crowning of the King and Queen.
Why is the number "7" significant during the Nauryz celebrations?
7 ingredients in kozhe, representing 7 life elements.
What can visitors do at the "Sand Workshop" with professional help?
Make their own dinosaur sculpture.
Why might some people call the festival participants "invaders"?
Because they "invade" the town in thousands, dressed as aliens
What kind of structures carry costumed people during the parade?
Floats.
How does the "Law of Hospitality" apply during Nauryz?
Houses are open to all; everyone must be welcomed and fed.
Compare: Why is sand a "difficult" material for a sculptor compared to ice?
Sand is unstable/dry; ice is solid but melts.
Synthesize: Is this festival based on scientific fact or folklore? Explain.
Folklore/belief; not everyone believes the crash story.
Evaluate: Why does the author describe the celebration as "cool"? (Pun intended).
It happens in the cold (-5°C) and it is also "cool" meaning trendy/fun.
Synthesis: How do modern cities maintain "Law and Order" during mass Nauryz street festivals?
Security cordons, traffic management for "Kyz Kuu" or concerts, and public safety rules.