World holidays
What is the significance of Dewali in Hindu culture?
It symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.
What holiday is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November?
Thanksgiving
what fruit is traditionally associated with New Year´s celebrations in many cultures?
Grapes
What does the Easter bunny symbolize?
Fertility and ribirth.
What is Stollen?
A dense cake with dried fruits and marzipan eaten in Germany during Christmas.
Which holiday celebrates the Chinese New Year, and what animal is represented in 2025?
The Lunar New Year, 2025 is the year of the Snake.
What is the significance of Independence Day The United States?
It commemorate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, on July 4 1776.
What is the main dish served during the Jewish holiday of Passover?
Matzo
What is the significance of the pumpkin durin Halloween?
It represents the harvest and is used to making jack-o´ lanterns.
What are latkes?
A fried potato pancakes served on Hanukkah to commemorate the miracle of the oil.
In which country is the Bastille Day celebrated, and what does it commemorate?
France, it commemorates the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789.
Which holiday honors Martin Luther King Jr. and is observed on the third Monday in January?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
What is the traditional color of clothing worm during St Patrick´s Day?
Green
Which flower is associated with Memorial Day?
The red poppy.
What are laddoos?
They are spherical sweets made from chickpea flour that given as gifts in India during Diwali.
What holiday is known as the "Festival of Lights" and is celebrated by Jews?
Hannukkah
What is the main purpose of Memorial Day in the U.S.?
To honor and remember military personel who died in service of their country.
In which holiday do people often hang stokings by the fireplace?
Christmas.
What is the significance of the menorah during Hanukkah?
It represents the eight nights the oil lasted in the rededicated Temple.
Which main dish, usually stuffed and baked, is associated with Thanksgiving in the USA?
Turkey.
What is the origin of the holiday known as "Midsummer", celebrated in Scandinavian countries?
It originates from ancient pagan festivals celebrating the summer solstice.
What holiday is celebrated on February 14 and is associated to love and romance?
Valentine´s day.
what does the term "Kwanzaa" mean and which cukture does it originate from?
It means "first fruit" in Swahili and originates from African American culture.
What does the Christmas star symbolize?
The birth of Jesus Christ and guidance to those seeking him.
What are jiaozi?
They are boiled dumplings eaten on Chinese New Year to attract prosperity.