Hermanus Whale Watching Festival
Day of the Dead
Gion Matsuri OR Songkran
La Tomatina
Diwali
100

In what country is Hermanus celebrated?

South Africa

100

In what country is Day of the Dead celebrated?

Mexico

100

In what city does Gion Matsuri happen?

Kyoto, Japan

100

In what country does La Tomatina happen every year?

Spain

100

Diwali is also known as "The Festival of _______."

"Lights"

200

What kinds of whales live near Hermanus?

Southern Right Whales

200

What is the name of the beautiful altars families set up during Day of the Dead?

Ofrendas

200

Songkran started in which country?

Thailand

200

In what town does La Tomatina happen every year?

Bunol

200

What is the name of the colorful artwork made on the floor during Diwali?

Rangoli

300

What year did the Hermanus Whale Watching Festival start?

1992


300

What is the name of the marigold flowers used to guide the spirits during Day of the Dead?

Cempasuchil

300

In what year was there a big sickness in Kyoto?

869

300

What year prompted La Tomatina?

1945

300

What is the name of the candles people light during Diwali?

Diyas

400

Why don't you need a boat to watch the whales during the Hermanus Whale Watching Festival?

The whales come very close to the land.

400

How do you say "Day of the Dead" in Spanish?

"Dia de los Muertos"

400

"Songkran" comes from the Sanskrit word for ________.

"Passing" or "approaching"

400

What should you wear during La Tomatina?

Old clothes and goggles

400

Why do people light diyas during Diwali?

It is a way to show happiness and bring good luck into their homes.

500

Why is the Hermanus Whale Watching Festival important?

The festival reminds everyone how important it is to take care of our oceans and the animals that live in them.

500

Why is Day of the Dead important?

It teaches us to remember our loved ones with joy and to celebrate the happy memories with them. 

500

What is the name of the grand parade during Gion Matsuri?

Yamaboko Junko

500

What event starts the food fight?

Palo jabon

500

What is the beautiful message of Diwali?

It reminds us of the victory of good over evil and light over darkness.