Festivals
During the Chinese New Year, children get money in _ envelopes.
red
How often do the World Cup soccer championships happen?
four
In Mexico, when a girl turns what age do her family and friends celebrate with food and dancing?
15
What kind of dance is popular around the world?
folk
This is a traditional dance from a country or culture, often done in groups.
folk dance
In India, people celebrate _, the festival of lights.
Diwali
The team that wins the championship game is the _____ team in the world.
best
In Egypt at a wedding, who gathers around the married couple?
dancers and musicians
Do people only watch folk dances?
No, they also like to dance themselves.
This is a big family party when two people get married.
wedding
Families in Korea and Japan celebrate _ by going to parks and flying kites.
Children's Day
In how many countries do people play volleyball?
211
In which two parts of America do people also celebrate this tradition? (when a girl turns 15)
Central and South America
In which country do folk dancers wear colorful costumes at weddings and festivals?
Turkey
This is when many family members like cousins, aunts, and grandparents come together.
family reunion
Before celebrating, families in China _____ their homes.
clean
In volleyball, what score must a team reach to win?
twenty five
For how long do they dance at the wedding in Egypt?
1 hour
What are two things you can find at many fairs?
farm animals; delicious food; fun games; bands that play music
This is a group of people who play a sport or game together.
team
During Diwali in India, name two things families do.
light candles; decorate homes with flowers; give gifts; enjoy dancing and music
What game are the men playing in the picture?
soccer
At family reunions, name three relatives who come together.
aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents
What big festival in Kazakhstan has horse games, altybakan, music, and traditional food like baursaks and beshbarmak?
Nauryz
This is a special day when people celebrate together, like Nauryz or Diwali.
festival