Diwali Basics
This festival is known as the Festival of Lights.
What is Diwali?
These colorful bursts of light can be seen in the sky during some Diwali celebrations.
What are fireworks?
Diwali symbolizes the victory of good over this.
What is darkness/evil?
This colorful art is made on the floor using colored powder, rice, or flower petals.
What is rangoli?
These small oil lamps are lit during Diwali.
What are diyas?
These are popular gifts while visiting friends and family.
What are sweets/dried fruits/nuts?
This epic tells the story of Rama's return to Ayodhya.
What is the Ramayana?
This colourful flower is the most popular decoration at many homes across India.
What are marigolds?
This is the most common activity/game that you'll find most families playing during Diwali.
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What are playing cards?