Food
Fried doughnuts soaked in sugar syrup
What are Gulab Jamun
This used to be the primary color of Rangoli, signifying peace, purity & tranquility
What is white
Originally, these were set off to scare away evil spirits
What are fireworks
The number of days this festival is celebrated for
What is 5 days
Special stove traditionally used to cook naan
What is a tandoor
The traditional # of petals in this flower design amongst regions range from 4 - 8 up to 24
What is a lotus?
This name for the 4th day of the festival literally means "mountain of food"
What is Annakut
These two countries consider this festival a national holiday besides India
What is Sri Lanka and Nepal
This is a must have rice dish enjoyed during festivities
What is Biryani
These body parts are often placed as part of the design to welcome good fortune into the home
What are feet/footprints?
According to the Indian calendar, this is the month the festival starts in
What is Ashvin
The lights that are lit are symbolic of which virtue
What is knowledge
Puffed mix in hundreds of variations including London mix, Bombay mix, etc.
What is Chivdo
These three common materials are used to create rangoli designs
What is rice, flower petals, and sand
He was the first president to celebrate Diwali in the White House
Who is Barack Obama
This festival also coincides with this celebration
What is the Indian New Year
These deep fried lentil flour discs are enjoyed throughout the festival
What are mathiya
The tradition of Rangoli can be traced back to this state
What is Maharashtra
This is the one state in India where this festival is not a major event
What is Kerala
This type of fragrant oil is traditionally burned in diyas
What is Mustard Oil