Hawaiian History and traditions
This group of islands became the 50th U.S. state in 1959.
What is Hawaii?
This Hawaiian island is nicknamed "The Big Island."
What is Hawaii Island?
This tropical fruit with spiky skin is a symbol of hospitality.
What is pineapple?
This phrase means "Merry Christmas" in Hawaiian.
What is Mele Kalikimaka?
In this country, children leave shoes by the fireplace for St. Nicholas to fill with treats.
What is the Netherlands?
This Hawaiian word is both a greeting and means "love."
What is aloha?
This island is home to the state capital, Honolulu.
What is Oʻahu?
This type of tree is known for its coconuts and iconic presence on Hawaiian beaches.
What is a palm tree?
Instead of a sleigh, Santa is often said to arrive in Hawaii on this mode of transportation.
What is an outrigger canoe?
In this country, people celebrate Christmas by lighting luminarias, paper lanterns with candles.
What is Mexico?
These flower garlands are often given as a welcome gift in Hawaii.
What are leis?
Known for its lush green scenery, this island is called "The Garden Isle."
What is Kauaʻi?
This colorful flower is commonly used in leis and has a sweet fragrance.
What is a plumeria?
This traditional Hawaiian instrument is often used to play Christmas songs.
What is the ʻukulele?
This country's holiday tradition includes KFC as a popular Christmas dinner.
What is Japan?
This traditional feast often features roasted pig cooked in an underground oven.
What is a lūʻau?
This island is known for its famous road to Hāna.
What is Maui?
This nut, often roasted and used in Hawaiian candy, comes from a tree introduced to Hawaii in the 19th century.
What is macadamia?
In Hawaiian tradition, this tropical tree might take the place of a pine Christmas tree.
What is a coconut palm?
In this Nordic country, "Joulupukki" or "Christmas Goat" brings gifts to children.
What is Finland?
This Hawaiian dance tells stories through hand movements and chants.
What is hula?
This island, the smallest of the inhabited ones, has no traffic lights.
What is Lānaʻi?
This tropical fruit, used in desserts and cocktails, is known for its orange flesh and numerous seeds.
What is passionfruit (lilikoi)?
Christmas in Hawaii often includes this outdoor gathering with food, music, and hula dancing.
What is a lūʻau?
In this country, the "Feast of the Seven Fishes" is a traditional Christmas Eve meal.
What is Italy?