THANKSGIVING
What bird is the most commonly served dish at many Thanksgiving dinners in the U.S.?
A. Mashed potatoes
B. Casserole
C. Turkey
D. Lamb
C. Turkey
Which word means “thank you” in Japanese?
A. Gracias
B. Arigatou
C. Merci
D. Danke
B. Arigatou
What is the term for a custom that is passed down from one generation to another?
A. Inheritance
B. Tradition
C. Festival
D. Fashion
B. Tradition
Generosity is most strongly associated with which underlying principle?
A. Increasing one’s personal reputation
B. Strengthening mutual responsibility within the community
C. Ensuring financial stability for the host
D. Promoting competition among community members
B. Strengthening mutual responsibility within the community
What is a simple action that helps build strong connections with others?
A. Offering them food
B. Making eye contact and greeting them
C. Saying nothing
D. Talking only about yourself
B. Making eye contact and greeting them
Thanksgiving in the U.S. always falls on the fourth Thursday of which month?
A. October
B. November
C. December
D. September
B. November
What is the practice of saying “grace” before eating?
A. A saying
B. A blessing or prayer
C. A greeting
D. A holiday tradition
B. A blessing or prayer
Which cultural celebration marks the beginning of a new year in many East Asian countries?
A. Diwali
B. Eid
C. Holi
D. Lunar New Year
D. Lunar New Year
Which of the following best explains why communal meals are considered acts of generosity?
A. They symbolize economic equality for all participants
B. They prioritize efficiency over interpersonal connection
C. They create shared space for hospitality, unity, and mutual respect
D. They are required rituals in every major religion
C. They create shared space for hospitality, unity, and mutual respect
A community is best described as:
A. A random group of strangers
B. People who live together and support each other
C. Only family members
D. Only classmates in school
B. People who live together and support each other
Which of the following is a traditional Thanksgiving side dish?
A. Kimchi
B. Hawaiian roles
C. Samosa
D. Stuffing
D. Stuffing
Which shared practice shows gratitude in Islam, Christianity, and Judaism?
A. Meditation
B. Fasting
C. Prayer
D. Giving gifts
C. Prayer
In Mexican culture, Día de los Muertos is a holiday that honors:
A. Famous leaders
B. Wealth and success
C. Loved ones who passed away
D. School achievements
C. Loved ones who passed away
Research suggests that giving back to others increases well-being primarily because it:
A. Enhances a sense of purpose and belonging
B. Reduces the need for external social structures
C. Eliminates cultural differences in communities
D. Guarantees long-term material rewards
A. Enhances a sense of purpose and belonging
Which practice strengthens friendships and relationships across many cultures?
A. Sharing food
B. Avoiding conversations
C. Keeping secrets from everyone
D. Only communicating online
A. Sharing food
When is Canadian Thanksgiving celebrated?
A. July
B. September
C. October
D. November
C. October
In Hindu culture, what is “Prasad”?
A. A holy sweet or food offered in temples
B. A type of dance
C. A greeting for elders
D. A traditional garment
A. A holy sweet or food offered in temples
Which traditional clothing is commonly worn in Japan for festivals and ceremonies?
A. Sari
B. Kimono
C. Hanbok
D. Kilt
B. Kimono
4. Acts of generosity are most effective in building trust when they:
A. Are performed publicly so the whole community can witness them
B. Replace dialogue with symbolic gestures
C. Follow a standardized system for all religious groups
D. Align with shared moral values while respecting cultural differences
D. Align with shared moral values while respecting cultural differences
In many cultures, “collectivism” means:
A. Everyone only focuses on themselves
B. Independence above everything
C. Valuing the group over the individual
D. Helping other individuals
C. Valuing the group over the individual
Which Indigenous tribe lived in the region of the first Thanksgiving gathering?
A. Navajo
B. Wampanoag
C. Sioux
D. Apache
B. Wampanoag
In Buddhism, what is the practice of “Dana”?
A. Physical exercise
B. Fasting for inner peace
C. Singing prayers
D. Giving and generosity ✔️
D. Giving and generosity ✔️
Which African tradition uses storytelling, dance, and drumming to pass down history and wisdom?
A. Griot
B. Samba
C. Ballet
D. Tango
A. Griot
A community that encourages members to share resources is more likely to:
A. Develop rigid hierarchies for resource distribution
B. Experience weakened interpersonal bonds
C. Reduce the need for volunteer or charitable initiatives
D. Create environments where empathy and cooperation thrive
D. Create environments where empathy and cooperation thrive
What is the sociological term for the feeling of belonging within a group or community?
A. Solidarity ✔️
B. Alienation
C. Isolation
D. Independence
A. Solidarity ✔️