Holidays Around the World
Explore diverse holiday traditions and celebrations from different cultures across the globe.
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Holidays Around the World
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Good luck!
1. Which country celebrates Diwali, the 'Festival of Lights'?
China
India
Mexico
Germany
2. Kwanzaa is a holiday celebrated by many African Americans. What does it focus on?
Giving expensive gifts
Family, community, and culture
Decorating Christmas trees
Eating a big turkey dinner
3. During Hannukah, Jewish people light a special candle holder called a .
4. The Chinese New Year is also known as the Festival.
5. Christmas is celebrated on December 25th in all countries around the world.
True
False
6. Many cultures celebrate the arrival of spring with festivals and special traditions.
True
False
7. Name one holiday celebrated around the world and describe one tradition associated with it.
Match the holiday with its associated country.
8. Hanami
a. Japan
9. Carnival
b. Brazil
10. Day of the Dead
c. Mexico
Look at the world map below. Can you point out where some of these holidays are celebrated?
