Hanukkah
How many days is Hanukkah celebrated?
8 days
Who mostly celebrates Kwanzaa?
African Americans
When does the winter solstice happen?
On the longest night of the year (Dec 21/22)
What calendar is used to track this celebration?
The lunar calendar.
What day is Christmas celebrated?
Dec 25
What is the special candle Jewish people light called?
The Menorah
What is the name of the special candle holder people use to celebrate Kwanzaa?
A Kinara
What do people like to do during solstice?
Enjoy the outdoors.
Why do people celebrate Lunar New Year?
To have family reunions, honoring ancestors, and welcoming good luck, happiness, and health for the year ahead.
What do people put in their house to celebrate Christmas?
An evergreen/ pine tree
Where did the celebration of Hanukkah originate?
Isreal
What year did Kwanzaa start?
1966
What does winter solstice mark the start of?
The winter solstice marks the official start of winter. After this day, the sun’s path across the sky gets higher, and the days start getting longer again.
What are some of the main countries that celebrate Lunar New Year?
China, Vietnam, and South Korea (Japan, Thailand, Phillipines)
Why did Christmas start?
The birth of Jesus Christ, who Christians believe was the son of God.
Who led the Jewish people into the revolt?
Judah the Maccabee
What does Kwanzaa mean in Swahili?
First Fruits
Why do people celebrate the solstice?
Solstice is a time to celebrate the cycle of nature, the promise of spring, and the power of light.
Why did Lunar New Year start?
It started as a way to honor the end of winter and the beginning of the farming season.
What are 3 different names for Santa?
Kris Kringle, Father Christmas, St. Nicholas
Why did Hanukkah start?
King Antiochus tried to force the Jewish people to worship Greek gods.
What are the 7 principles of Kwanzaa?
unity, self-determination (helping yourself succeed), collective work and responsibility (teamwork), cooperative economics (sharing), purpose, creativity, faith.
Name one of the ways Solstice is celebrated?
Yule (Northern Europe): Ancient Norse people celebrated Yule by lighting large bonfires and bringing evergreen plants into their homes to symbolize life and hope during the cold winter.
Dongzhi Festival (China): In China, families celebrate the solstice by gathering together and eating warm, comforting foods. This festival focuses on family and the importance of balance in life.
Why are fireworks used during Lunar New Year?
People discovered that loud noises, bright lights, and the color red scared Nian away. That’s why fireworks, red decorations, and lion dances are part of the celebration today.
What is the day after Christmas called?
Boxing Day