Kwanzaa Basics
Kwanzaa is a celebration that lasts _____ days
7
A fruit basket is called
Mazao
The name of the cup each person drinks from during daily activities and ceremonies.
unity cup
On each day of Kwanzaa how many candles are lit
1
What are the colors of the African flag?
red, black and green
Why was Kwanzaa started?
to help African Americans celebrate their heritage
What does "Kwanzaa" mean?
first fruits
The corn represents this in Kwanzaa.
children
The black candle represents this principle
What is "Umoja"?
What is a zawadi?
a gift
January 1st
There are __ principles in Kwanzaa.
7
Kwanzaa candle holder
How many black candles are on the kinara?
How many red candles are on the kinara?
How many green candles are on the kinara?
1 black candle
3 red candle
3 green candle
Who is Kwanzaa is celebrated by?
African Americans
Kwanzaa begins on this date.
December 26
What Kwanzaa principle represents creativity?
Kuumba
The Kwanzaa mat is called
Mkeka Mat
This holds the candles
"kimara"
When was Kwanzaa started?
1966
The colors that represent Kwanzaa
red, black, and green
The values and practices of Kwanzaa are selected from peoples from all parts of ____________
Africa
The Kwanzaa principle that means purpose
Nia
The candles are these three colors
red, black and green
What does the word Kwanzaa mean?
First Fruits