Diwali
What culture/heritage does Kwanzaa celebrate?
African/African-American
How many nights of Hannukah are there?
8
What date is Winter Solstice usually on?
December 21st
What date is Christmas on every year?
the 25th of December
What religion did Diwali originate from?
Hinduism
What colors are the Kwanzaa candles?
1 black, 3 green, 3 red
What is the candle holder called?
Menorah
Winter solstice acknowledges the _________ day of the year.
Shortest/Darkest
What is the name of a grumpy, green creature who tried to steal Christmas?
The Grinch
Indians often dress in fancy _________ to celebrate Diwali in style.
Saris
How many candles are lit for Kwanzaa?
7
What is something done when celebrating Diwali, Kwanzaa, Hannukah, and Christmas?
gathering with family
Why was darkness so worrisome for people in ancient times?
less scientific knowledge, no electricity, to grow crops, etc.
What is one similarlity between Diwali and Christmas?
lights, decorations, special foods, gathering with loved ones, or any other correct answer
What art form is made out of colored sand and is a sign of welcome?
Rangoli
What is the candle holder called?
Kinara
Michael was Jewish and didn't believe in the angel the way Elijah did and was worried his parents would not approve of the gift.
Why are all of these celebrations held around the fall/end of year time?
harvest time, darkness, a new year when the sun comes back, winter solstice traditions
What is one similarity between Hannukah and Christmas?
exchanging of gifts, special meals, both happen in December, or any other correct answer
Diwali falls during one of two months every year. The months are:
October or November
Name 4 of the 7 principles of Kwanzaa and explain 1.
unity, self determination, collective responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity, and faith.
List 3 things in common between Kwanzaa and Hannukah.
Why does it get darker during this time?
the tilt of the earth spinning on its axis
How did winter solstice traditions influence how we celebrate in winter today?
any correct response (teacher decides what is correct)