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Cultures of the World
American Holidays
100

Which famous actress went to jail for 13 days this summer?




Lindsay Lohan


100

In the U.S., Canada and most European countries, you're expected to arrive ___________ for appointments or meetings.




On time


100

 What color clothes do you wear in celebration of St. Patrick's Day?

green

200

In what country recently had monsoon rains that caused flooding and displaced over 20 million people as well as killing over 1500 people?




Pakistan

200

In Japan, China, Korea and Vietnam, never pass something to an older person or superior with only one hand; you're expected to use ____________ .




Both hands



200

 How many American celebrations are in November?

2

300

The Miss Universe pageant was on Monday, August 23, who was crowned Miss Universe?




Miss Mexico


300

In the U.S. and Canada, don't __________ if you're invited to someone's home.




Arrive early


300

There are two holidays in October. The names of them are Halloween and Columbus Day. Halloween is celebrated on the last night in October. Columbus Day is a day where we celebrate how Columbus discovered America.



2

400

The new movie, out to theaters on October 1, The Social Network is based on the founders of what social media website?




Facebook

400

In the U.S. and Canada, you're supposed to _________ if you plan to visit someone at home.




Call first



400

Valentine's Day is always celebrated on February 14th. This holiday is one for lovers. Sometimes they even send valentines in the mail in celebration of this holiday.



February