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100

Which season is Diwali typically celebrated in?

Autumn

100

What are the small oil lamps that are lit during Diwali?

Diyas

100

What food people share with friends and family during Diwali?

Mithai (Sweets)

100

What hero does Diwali celebrate the return to Ayodhya of?

Lord Rama

100

Name 2 other countries that celebrate Diwali as a major public holiday besides India.

Nepal, Sri Lanka, Fiji, Trinidad and Tobago

200

How many days does Diwali last for?

Five Days

200

What are the things that people decorate their homes with that have colorful patterns?

Rangolis

200

What popular Diwali sweet is made from chickpea flour and ghee?

Besan ladoo.

200

Who is the demon king that Lord Rama defeated?

Ravana
200

What does Diwali start the mark of?

The Hindu New Year

300

What is the main message of Diwali?

The triumph of light over darkness, and good over evil.

300

What do people clean and decorate during Diwali?

Their Home

300

What is a round, sweet that's usually soaked in syrup? 

Gulab Jamun.

300

Who is the goddess of wealth and prosperity that is worshipped during Diwali?

Goddess Lakshmi.

300

During Diwali, what two things do people exchange with friends and family?

Gifts and Sweets

400

What is the first day of Diwali called?

Dhanteras

400

What does lighting a diya in every room of the house meant to do/represent?

The removal of darkness and attraction of prosperity

400

What do some people avoid eating during Diwali as a tradition?

Non-vegetarian food.
400

Who is the king of bears in the Ramayana that helps Ram to defeat Ravana?

Jambavat

400

Instead of oil lamps, what do many people decorate their houses with nowadays?

Electric lights.

500

The word Diwali comes from the Sanskrit word Deepavali, what does this word mean?

"Row of lights"

500

What do people wear to celebrate Diwali?

New clothes


500

What value does preparing and sharing food with others show?

Togetherness / Sharing

500

What's the name of the Guru who Sikhs celebrate the release from prison of on this day?

Guru Hargobind Ji

500

What metal is traditionally bought on Diwali?

Gold or Silver