Bible
The Ten Commandments were given to this leader on Mount Sinai.
Moses.
This traditional Indian festival of lights celebrates the triumph of light over darkness.
Diwali.
This Korean dish of fermented vegetables, often spicy, is a staple in Korean cuisine.
Kimchi.
Who launched Belmont's women's basketball program?
Betty Wiseman OR Belmont Betty.
Which Asian city has the highest population?
Tokyo, Japan.
A paralyzed man was brought to Jesus by his friends using this method.
Lowered through the ceiling.
In traditional Chinese weddings, the bride often wears this color to symbolize good fortune.
Red.
In Japan, this type of sushi is served without rice and usually features thinly sliced raw fish.
Sashimi.
What significant national event was hosted at Belmont in both 2008 and 2020?
The Presidential debate.
This Asian country is in the top 4 of countries with the biggest Christian population.
The Philippines.
This Old Testament figure interpreted Pharaoh’s dreams while imprisoned in Egypt.
In which two months do Lunar New Year celebrations traditionally fall?
January & February.
Bánh mì, a sandwich made with baguette, meats, and pickled vegetables, reflects French colonial influence in this country.
Vietnam.
In the early 1900s, Belmont was known by this name while operating as a women's college.
Ward-Belmont College
This ancient trade network connected China to the Mediterranean, carrying goods like spices and ideas across thousands of miles.
This judge tested God’s will by placing fleece on the ground to see if it would be wet or dry.
Gideon.
In some Asian cultures, this number is considered unlucky because it sounds similar to the word for “death.”
4
This South Asian dish layers spiced rice with meat or vegetables and is often served at celebrations.
Biryani.
The white fence by the main lawn is formally referred to as this.
Balustrade.
This Asian country hosted the 2020 Summer Olympics, which were delayed to 2021.
Japan.
In the Book of Acts, this couple dies after lying about the money they received from a land sale.
Ananias & Sapphira.
In Korean culture, this traditional dress is worn during holidays and celebrations.
Hanbok.
This purple yam is a popular ingredient in Filipino desserts like ice cream, cakes, and shaved ice.
Ube.
What was the original purpose of the Bell Tower?
A water tower.
This Asian American actress became the first to win an Academy Award for best actress in 2023.
Michelle Yeoh.