Traditions & Rituals
What is Diwali also known as, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness?
What is The Festival of Lights?
TRUE OR FALSE: The word "Diwali" does not mean "row of lights".
FALSE! Diwali means "row of lights" in Sanskrit.
What colorful floor decoration is created in order to welcome guests and deities during Diwali?
What are rangolis?
What sweet treat made with condensed milk and sugar is a staple during Diwali?
What is barfi?
What is the traditional Indian outfit worn by women during Diwali celebrations?
What is a sari (or saree)?
Which Hindu deity is most commonly worshipped during Diwali for wealth and prosperity?
Who is Goddess Lakshmi?
TRUE OR FALSE: Diwali is only a time for yourself and your family.
FALSE: People also give to charities and people in need during this time.
What traditional lamp is decorated and lit in almost every home during the festival?
What is a diya?
What crunchy snack made from chickpea flour is popular across India during Diwali?
What is chakli or Murukku?
What is the traditional festive outfit worn by men, often made from silk or cotton?
What is a kurta pajama or sherwani?
What is used to make the intricate designs on hands and feet?
What is henna?
Which type of display lights up the sky as part of Diwali night celebrations?
What are fireworks?
What kind of patterns are often seen on Diwali lanterns?
What are floral, paisley and geometric patterns?
What syrupy sweet made from deep-fried dough is circular and bright orange in color?
What is jalebi?
What accessory do women often wear on their foreheads with traditional Indian outfits during Diwali?
What is a bindi?
How many days is Diwali celebrated for?
What is 5 days?
What is Jainism or Sikhism?
What does a Diya symbolize in Diwali art?
What is light, hope, and the victory of good over evil?
What flour-based dessert made with ghee and sugar is a traditional North Indian Diwali dish?
What is besan ladoo or sooji halwa?
What is a traditional outfit for women consisting of a loose tunic and a pair of baggy trousers?
What is a salwar kameez?
What is the traditional act of lighting small oil lamps called during Diwali?
What is lighting diyas?
What is the prayer alter inside the home which may have statues of deities, colorful table runners, tea lights, candles, fruits and candies?
What is a mandir? This translates to "temple" in Hindi.
What materials are commonly used to make rangolis?
What are colorful powders, flowers, rice and sand?
What elaborate dish, common in Diwali feasts, includes fried bread served with spiced potatoes and a sweet dessert?
What is puri, aloo sabzi, and halwa?
What type of fabric is commonly used in festive wear due to its bright sheen and embroidery?
What is silk or brocade?