Meaning & History
Nauryz Kozhe (The Festive Soup)
Traditions & Games
Symbols & Nature
Grammar & Vocabulary
100

What does the word "Nauryz" mean in ancient languages?

New Day

100

How many traditional ingredients must be in Nauryz Kozhe?

seven/7

100

What is the name of the big traditional swing for young people?

Altybakan

100

Which flower is the most famous symbol of spring in Kazakhstan?

tulip

100

Name 3 English adjectives to describe Nauryz.

Sunny, happy, traditional, peaceful

200

On which dates in March do we celebrate Nauryz in Kazakhstan?

21-22 March

200

Name three ingredients from the recipe in English.

Water, meat, salt, milk, flour, butter, grains

200

What is "Aitys"?

A musical competition between two singers/poets

200

Which part of the yurt symbolizes the sun and family unity?

shanyrak

200

Translate to English: "Көктем келді!"

Spring has come! / Spring is here!

300

What happened to the length of day and night on this holiday?

They are equal

300

What does "Water" symbolize in the soup?

The river of life / human destiny

300

What must people do with their houses before the holiday starts?

Clean them perfectly / throw away old things

300

What is the "lucky" color of Nauryz that represents nature?

green

300

What is the English word for a traditional portable tent of nomads?

yurt

400

What was the ancient name of this holiday (Great Day of the...)?

Great Day of the Nation / Ulystyn Uly Kuni

400

True or False: You should taste Nauryz Kozhe in seven different houses.

true

400

What is "Bata"?

A traditional blessing given by elders

400

What do people usually plant during Nauryz to help the planet?

trees/flowers

400

Correct the mistake: People is eating baursaks now.

People are eating...

500

Who is the legendary old man who brings blessings on the night of Nauryz?

Kadyr Ata

500

Why is "Salt" added to the recipe? What does it symbolize?

It adds taste and symbolizes the salt of life / wisdom

500

Name a traditional horse game played during Nauryz.

Kokpar, Kyz Kuu, or Audaryspak

500

What does the number "7" represent in Kazakh culture (besides the soup)?

7 generations of ancestors / 7 treasures

500

Make a sentence with these words: "Unity", "celebrate", "people"

People celebrate the unity of the nation during Nauryz

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