Easter
What religion is Easter a part of?
Christianity
What religion is Ramadan a part of?
Islam
What religion is Passover a part of?
Judaism
What religion is Holi a part of?
Hinduism
Name something typically associated with Easter?
Bunny, easter eggs/hunt, candy/peeps, spring, flowers, baskets, etc.
T of F: Ramadan is mandatory for all people practicing the faith.
True
Name a common food/drink eaten for Passover
Matzah (unleavened bread), Matzo ball soup, eggs, macaroons, grape juice, roasted meats, anything that is Kosher!
What is the main tradition during Holi?
Throwing colored powder and lighting bonfires
What does Easter celebrate?
The death and resurrection of Jesus Christ
What does Ramadan celebrate?
Revelation (first words of the Quran were revealed) to the Prophet Muhammed
What does Passover celebrate?
Israelites' escape from slavery
What does Holi celebrate?
Arrival of spring, good triumphs over evil, and everlasting love
T or F: People spend more money on Easter candy than Halloween candy
True! Americans spent $2.4 billion on Easter and $2.1 billion on Halloween.
How long do people fast everyday during Ramadan?
Where is the largest Seder (dinner) for Passover located? Hint: It's not Israel, but in Asia!
Nepal
T or F: Holi is a new holiday
False! Holi has ancient traditions going back to Hindu mythology and deities.
How long is Easter celebrated?
40 days for Lent with an entire holy week, before Easter Sunday!
How long is Ramadan celebrated?
One month, ending with a three-day festival called Eid al-Fitr!
How long is Passover celebrated?
7 or 8 days
How long is holi celebrated?
Typically one night and one day, but can be up to 16 days in some areas!