History and Heritage
What is the first month of the Bengali calendar
Boishakh
Pohela Boishakh represents unity, cultural pride, and ________ __________
(Starts with N and B)
New Begininng
Name one street food
Jhaal muri, fuchka, etc.
True or False:
Pohela Boishakh is a time to leave behind the past year
True
According to the slides, Pohela Boishakh is celebrated on one of these two dates in April
April 14th or 15th
People wear "new" versions of these on Pohela Boishakh to start fresh
Clothes
What is the famous soaked rice dish called?
Panta Bhat
According to the slides, the celebration brings _____ together.
Communities
This Mughal Emperor is credited with introducing the Bengali Calendar to streamline tax collection
Akbar
What colors do people usually wear on Pohela Boishakh?
Red and White
What do you call colorful fairs/festivals where people go to celebrate this holiday?
Boishaki Mela
The holiday highlights the rich heritage and identity of which culture?
This 1952 movement is a major reason why Bengali cultural pride and festivals like this are so central to the identity today.
The Language Movement / Bhasha Andolon
Besides Bangladesh, name one other place mentioned where this is celebrated
West Bengal/India
What specific food is traditionally eaten with Panta Bhat?
(HINT: It's the national fish of Bangladesh)
Ilish/Hilsa
Fill in the blank:
People take part in these events to welcome "prosperity and a ______"
Fresh Start