World Holidays and Traditions
This festival of lights is celebrated by many Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains.
What is Diwali?
Sushi, a dish made with vinegared rice, originated in this country.
What is Japan?
Reggae music originated on this Caribbean island.
What is Jamaica?
“Bonjour” is a greeting in this language.
What is French?
This African American scientist is known for his work with peanuts and crop rotation.
Who is George Washington Carver?
This Mexican holiday honors loved ones who have passed away with altars, marigolds, and sugar skulls.
What is Día de los Muertos?
Tacos, tamales, and pozole are traditional foods from this country.
What is Mexico?
Flamenco, a passionate dance style, comes from this European country.
What is Spain?
Mandarin is the most widely spoken language in this country.
What is China?
This Pakistani activist won the Nobel Peace Prize at age 17 for advocating girls’ education.
Who is Malala Yousafzai?
This Muslim holiday marks the end of Ramadan, a month of fasting.
What is Eid al‑Fitr?
Injera, a spongy flatbread, is a staple food in this African nation.
What is Ethiopia?
K‑pop is a global music phenomenon from this country.
What is South Korea?
Swahili is spoken in several East African countries, including this one known for Mount Kilimanjaro.
What is Tanzania?
This Indigenous Canadian sport, now played worldwide, is known as “the Creator’s Game.”
What is lacrosse?
This East Asian celebration marks the beginning of the lunar new year and often features dragon dances.
What is Lunar New Year?
Kimchi, a fermented vegetable dish, is a cultural staple in this country.
What is South Korea?
The traditional Māori dance performed in New Zealand is called this.
What is the haka?
Arabic is written from this direction.
What is right to left?
This Chinese invention revolutionized communication long before the printing press.
What is paper?
This Jewish holiday commemorates the re-dedication of the Second Temple and is celebrated for eight nights.
What is Hanukkah?
This Middle Eastern dip is made from chickpeas, tahini, lemon, and garlic.
What is hummus?
Samba is a lively dance associated with this South American country.
What is Brazil?
This Indigenous language of the Navajo Nation was used as a secret code during World War II.
What is Navajo?
This ancient civilization in Central America developed a complex calendar system and impressive pyramids.
What is the Maya civilization?