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Nauryz
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100

What was the name of the Kazakh autonomous government formed in 1917?

Alash Orda

100

What is the traditional Kazakh home made of felt and wood called?

Yurt 

100

On what date is Nauryz officially celebrated in Kazakhstan?

21-23 of March

100

Which literary figure is considered the founder of written Kazakh literature?

Abay Kunanbayev

100

Which traditional Kazakh jewelry piece worn by brides is a tall, richly decorated headdress symbolizing status and family honor?

Saukele

200

Who was the longest reigning ruler of the Kazakh Khanate?

Haqnazar Khan

200

What traditional dish is often served at important celebrations and gatherings?

Beshbarmak

200

According to myths, who comes and walks the land on the night of the 22nd?

Korkyt ata

200

Who are the main characters of the story “Gaukhartas”?

Saltanat

200

What is the name of the traditional Kazakh ornamental pattern symbolizing wealth and prosperity, often translated as “ram’s horn”?

Koshkar muiz

300

When was the rebellion of Kenesary han, name a period?

1837-1847

300

What is the purpose of the material named alasha?

Serve as blanket and carpet

300

What is the meaning of the word Nauryz from the Persian language?

New day  

300

What is the name of the first Kazakh journal, and who was the editor?

Ay Qap and Muhammedjan Seralin

300

Which Kazakh artist created the famous painting “The Bride (Kelіn)” and “Turksyb”?

Abylkhan Kasteyev

400

What is the name of the battle which was in 1730?

Anyrakai battle

400

What traditional system regulated marriage by prohibiting unions within seven generations?

Zheti Ata system

400

What seven ingredients include the traditional dish prepared during Nauryz?

Water
Meat

Salt

Grain

Milk

Butter or fat

Flour

400

Who wrote literature works “Red Horse”, and  “Thorny path”?

Saken Seifullin

400

Who found the first golden man in Kazakhstan from Issyk mound?

Kemal Akishev

500

Who were the main poets of “Zar Zaman” era?

Shortanbai Qanaiuly, Dulat Babataiuly, Murat Monkeuly

500

What is the name of the traditional Kazakh practice of resolving disputes through respected elders?

Bi court (court of biys)

500

Since what year has the Nauryz holiday been rehabilitated, has state status returned?

1988

500

Written in the 11th century by Yusuf Balasaguni, this is a foundational Turkic literary work claimed as part of the Kazakh heritage. What is the name of the work?

Kutadgu Bilig

500

Which ancient petroglyph site in southeastern Kazakhstan contains thousands of rock carvings and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

Petroglyphs within the Archaeological Landscape of Tamgaly

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