Kwanzaa
The colors of the Kwanzaa flag are black, red, and green, what does the color green signify?
The future; that comes from their struggle
What is the name of the candle holder?
Menorah
When is Christmas usually celebrated?
(Please don't get this wrong)
December 25th
“Des cadeaux” means what in English?
Presents/Gifts
What is Santa Claus in French?
Père Noël
How many symbols does Kwanzaa have?
How many candles are lit after Hanukkah is complete?
Eight
Who is a common figure when referred to Christmas?
Santa Claus/ Saint Nicholas
When do the French set up their Christmas trees?
Christmas Eve
In Hanukkah many play with “une toupie”, what does this word translate to in English?
a dreidel
Which color of candle represents the future?
Green
How many players are needed to play Dreidel?
At least two players.
Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
Germany
Instead of putting gifts under the tree, where does Santa Claus put gifts for the French?
In their shoes!
For La Fête des Rois, what happens when a person finds an object in their slice of the pastry?
They are crowned king or queen
Kwanzaa is the celebration of what three factors?
Family, Community, and Culture
What does Hanukkah mean in Hebrew?
Dedication
What is the most common treat eaten during Christmas?
Turkey with stuffing
What is a French holiday that is celebrated on January 6 for the 3 kings?
Fête des Rois
What is a popular neighborhood for celebrating Hanukkah in France?
Le Marais
There are 7 symbols in Kwanzaa; out of these three, Nia, Kuumba, and Imani, which one means faith?
Imani
What is the other name for Hanukkah?
Festival of Lights
What is “ un sucre d’orge ” in English?
Candy Cane
In which city, in France, do the French go to publicly light the Menorah each evening for Hanukkah?
Paris
In Kwanzaa, what is the Kinara?
Candleholder