Kwanzaa
What is the Kwanzaa candle holder called?
The Kinara
When is Christmas celebrated?
December 25
What toy do the Jewish children play with during Hanukkah
The dreidel
When is the Chinese New Year?
Jan. 25 to Feb 4
What culture celebrates Diwali?
The Hindu culture
What does Kwanzaa symbolize?
A successful harvest, so people will have food for the year.
Name at least 3 Christmas traditions:
Decorate a tree, give presents, go to church, vacation from school, hang out with family
How many days does Hanukkah last?
8 Days
2020 will be the year of what Chinese Zodiac animal?
The rat
When is Dwali celebrated?
The times differs but usually between mid October and Mid November
Who celebrates Kwanzaa?
Some African-American people, to be proud of their African heritage.
What character comes down the chimney with presents?
Santa Claus
The lantern burned for 8 days. Why was this considered a miracle?
Because there was only enough oil for 1 day
What is the most important Chinese holiday?
The Chinese New Year.
How long does the celebration last?
It last 5 days
There are seven candles on the kinara. What do they represent?
The seven principles are Umoja (unity), Kujichagulia (self-determination), Ujima (collective work and responsibility), Ujamaa (cooperative economics), Nia (purpose), Kuumba (creativity) and Imani (faith).
Unity- support each other, Self determination- don't rely on others to take care of you and your family, Collective work- work hard and smart and own your mistakes, don't be lazy and blame others, cooperative econmics- spend your money on businesses
What does Christmas symbolize for Christians?
The birth of the baby Jesus who came to save humanity.
What is the Hanukkah candle holder called?
The menorah
Why is the Chinese New Year also called the Spring Festival?
Because Spring is the next season following the new year (which is in winter)
What is Diwali?
The Hindu festival of lights.
How many days does Kwanzaa last?
7 days from Dec. 26 to Jan.1
What was the original color and shape of the candy cane?
White, straight sticks
What does Hanukkah symbolize for Jewish people?
The Jewish people were slaves in ancient times and the revolted against their Greek-Syrian oppressors and they won.
Name 5 foods that are traditionally eaten at the New Year celebrations:
Spring rolls, dumplings, noodles, steamed fish or chicken and rice cakes
What do the lights of Diwali symbolize?
Lightness over darkness or good over evil