Diwali Basics
What is Diwali known as?
Festival Of Lights
What small oil lamps are lit during Diwali?
Diyas
Which Hindu god has an elephant head?
Ganesha
What sweet treat is often enjoyed during Diwali?
Ladoo
What do people light to decorate their homes?
Diyas
How many days is Diwali commonly celebrated?
Five days
What colorful designs are made on the floor?
Rangoli
Which goddess is worshipped for wealth and prosperity during Diwali?
Lakshmi
What popular Indian dessert is made with milk and sugar?
Gulab Jamun
What animal is often shown with Goddess Lakshmi?
An owl
What does Diwali celebrate?
The victory of good over evil and light over darkness
What do people often wear during Diwali?
New or traditional clothes
Which prince returned to Ayodhya after defeating Ravana?
Rama
What crispy, spiral-shaped sweet is popular during Diwali?
Jalebi
What is the name of the colorful powder used to make rangoli?
Rangoli powder
What country is Diwali most accociated with?
India
What do families often exchange during Diwali?
Sweets and gifts
Who was Rama's wife?
Sita
What is the name of the sweet made with chickpea flour, sugar, and ghee?
Besan Ladoo
What season does Diwali usually happen in India?
Autumn
What does the word Diwali mean?
A row of lights
What is the name of the traditional oil used in many diyas?
Ghee or vegetable oil
How many heads did the demon king Ravana traditionally have?
10
What is the name of the thin, flaky sweet often made with nuts and sugar? (diamond shape)
Kaju Katli
What Hindu calendar month does Diwali usually fall in?
Kartika