Diwali Trivia
Diwali honors which Indian Goddess? What is she the goddess of?
1. Lakshmi
2. She is the goddess of wealth
Which 2 players are known as the soccer goats?
Messi and Ronaldo
The 19th Amendment guarantees ____
women's right to vote.
Name all 7 Harry Potter Books/Movies.
1. Sorcerer's Stone 6. Half-Blood Prince
2. Chamber of Secrets. 7. Deathly Hallows Part 1
3. Prisoner of Azkaban 8. Deathly Hallows Part 2
4. Goblet of Fire
5. Order of the Phoenix
What is the capital of India?
New Delhi
Diwali is celebrated over five days in many parts of India, with each day having its own significance. On which day of Diwali is the Govardhan Puja celebrated, and what does this day commemorate in Hindu mythology?
Govardhan Puja is celebrated on the fourth day of Diwali, the day after the main Diwali night. This day commemorates the story of Lord Krishna lifting the Govardhan Hill to protect the people of his village from the wrath of Indra, the god of rain and thunderstorms.
Which team has the best NBA record of all time?
How many wins-losses?
Golden State Warriors; 73 - 9
Who is the Norse God of Lightning?
Thor
1. Patrick Bateman
2. Christian Bale
Which Mughal emperor is known for commissioning the construction of the Taj Mahal?
And for who?
Shah Jahan
Mumtaz
During Diwali, many people worship the goddess Lakshmi for prosperity. According to Hindu mythology, Lakshmi emerged from a particular event in the ocean. What was this event called, and what did it signify in the mythological story?
The event was called the Samudra Manthan, or the Churning of the Ocean of Milk. In Hindu mythology, this event was a cosmic churning of the ocean by the gods (devas) and demons (asuras) to obtain the nectar of immortality (amrit). During this churning, the goddess Lakshmi emerged from the ocean, symbolizing prosperity, wealth, and purity.
Which state are the Kansas City Chiefs in?
Missouri
In what year did the US purchase Alaska?
1867
What color lightsaber does Mace Windu wield?
Purple
Which Indian leader is known for his role in the Non-Cooperation Movement against British rule in 1920?
Bal Gangadhar Tilak
In Jainism, Diwali holds a significant meaning, differing from Hindu beliefs. Which event in Lord Mahavira's life does Diwali commemorate, and what unique tradition do Jains follow to mark this day?
In Jainism, Diwali commemorates the nirvana (liberation) of Lord Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara, who attained enlightenment on this day in 527 BCE. To mark this occasion, Jains light lamps to symbolize the knowledge and light he left behind. Additionally, they read the Kalpa Sutra, a Jain scripture, as a part of the Diwali celebration to honor Mahavira’s teachings and reflect on his life.
What was last year's World Series matchup?
Who won?
Arizona Diamond Backs vs the Texas Rangers
Texas Rangers
What dynasty was Cleopatra part of?
The Ptolemaic Dynasty
Name of the Leader of the Dwarves in The Hobbit?
Thorin Oakenshield
Which ancient Indian text is considered one of the foundational works of Indian philosophy and discusses concepts like dharma and yoga?
Upanishads
Diwali is celebrated not only in Hinduism but also holds importance in Sikh history. What significant event related to the sixth Sikh Guru, Guru Hargobind Sahib, is celebrated during Diwali, and why is this day known as Bandi Chhor Divasamong Sikhs?
Diwali coincides with Bandi Chhor Divas in Sikhism, which celebrates the release of Guru Hargobind Sahib from imprisonment by the Mughal Emperor Jahangir. The Guru negotiated not only his own release but also the release of 52 other Hindu princes who were unjustly imprisoned. He is said to have used a specially designed robe with 52 tassels so each prince could hold onto one as they walked out together. This event symbolizes freedom, justice, and compassion, and Sikhs commemorate it by lighting lamps and celebrating Diwali as Bandi Chhor Divas, or "Day of Liberation."
Which Indian Cricket player had a hattrick in the 2019 Cricket Wolrd Cup?
Mohammed Shami
Finish the line President Franklin D. Roosevelt said during his speech addressing the attack on Pearl Harbor: “Yesterday, December 7, 1941…”
“A date which will live in infamy”
What were the 2 names of the main characters in Shawshank Redemption?
Andy and Red
In the Indian epic Mahabharata, there is a lesser-known story called the Nalopakhyana, or the story of Nala and Damayanti. Nala, a skilled charioteer and king, loses his kingdom due to a game of dice. However, Nala is also known by another name, one that he adopts while in disguise. What is this name, and what occupation does he take up while using it?
Nala takes on the name Bahunia and works as a charioteer while in disguise. He serves King Rituparna of Ayodhya, using this time to regain his lost skills and eventually win back his kingdom and reunite with his wife, Damayanti.