Diwali: The Festival of Lights

A Grade 3 social studies worksheet on Diwali, exploring its customs, traditions, and significance.

Grade 3 Social studies Community & CulturesDiwali

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Diwali: The Festival of Lights

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Diwali is a very important and joyful festival celebrated by millions of people around the world, especially in India. It is known as the 'Festival of Lights' because people light up their homes with lamps and candles. Diwali is a time for family, delicious food, and celebrating good over evil.

1. What is Diwali also known as?

Festival of Colors

Festival of Lights

Festival of Food

Festival of Music

2. What do people light up during Diwali?

Trees and bushes

Homes with lamps and candles

Cars and bikes

Roads and streets

3. Diwali is a time for , delicious food, and celebrating good over evil.

4. Millions of people around the world celebrate Diwali, especially in .

5. Diwali is a sad festival.

True

False

6. Diwali celebrates the triumph of good over evil.

True

False

7. Name two things people do to celebrate Diwali.

8. Why is Diwali called the 'Festival of Lights'?