Christmas
Why was christmas made.
To commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ.
When does it start and end
December 26th to January 1st
Which religion celebrates this holiday.
The Jewish Religion
When does the celebration start
Evening of Dec. 1st
When is this holiday celebrated
January 6th
which country came up with Santa Claus.
The United states.
Where is this primarily celebrated
THe United States
How long is this holiday celebrated.
8 days.
what is New Years about
Ending the old year
Welcoming the new one
Reflecting on the past
Setting goals or “resolutions” for the year ahead
When is Three Kings Day celebrated
January 6th
What themes does this holiday emphasis.
Generosity, kindness, and Goodwill.
Name at least one Symbol of Kwanzaa
Kinara (Candleholder): A wooden candle holder that holds seven candles, each representing one of the principles.
Mishumaa Saba (Seven Candles): Three red, three green, and one black candle, each representing one of the principles of Kwanzaa. The candles are lit each night, starting with the black candle in the center.
Mkeka (Mat): A straw or woven mat on which the other symbols of Kwanzaa are placed.
Mazao (Crops): Symbolizing the harvest and the rewards of working together, often displayed in the form of fruits or vegetables.
Vibunzi (Ear of Corn): Representing the children and the future of the community.
Zawadi (Gifts): Traditionally given on the last day of Kwanzaa, often reflecting the values of the holiday.
What is a Dreidel.
A spinning top game with four Hebrew letters meaning “A great miracle happened there.”
Name at least two foods that the US traditionally eats for New Years
pork, greens, black-eyed peas/lentils, and cornbread, Wine, Champaign, shrimp, cocktail.
What is this holiday called in Spanish-Speaking countries
Roscón de Reyes
Where was Christmas invented
Rome
Why is This Holiday Celebrated
As a way to unite African Americans during a time of social and political struggle.
Why did this become a holiday.
the miracle of the oil that—according to tradition—lasted eight days even though there was only enough for one.
When was the ball drop tradition Started
1907
Name at least one gift that the Kings gifted and what does it symbolize
Gold(kingship), Frankincense(divinity), Myrrh(future suffering).
What company has Santa in its logo.
Coca-Cola
Then was this holiday established.
*bonus* : Who established this Holiday
1966
*bonus* : Dr. Maulana Karenga
Name at least one food that they eat on this holiday.
Latkes (potato pancakes)
Sufganiyot (jelly-filled doughnuts)
When was New Years invented
New Year's celebrations date back to ancient Mesopotamia around 4,000 years ago
Name at least one of the three Kings names
Melchior, Gaspar, and Balthazar