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Kwanzaa Celebration Worksheet

Explore the cultural celebration of Kwanzaa with this worksheet for 5th graders, covering its principles, symbols, and traditions.

Grade 5 Social studies Community & CulturesKwanzaa
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Kwanzaa Celebration

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will test your knowledge of Kwanzaa.

Kwanzaa is a celebration of family, community, and culture observed by many African Americans and others of African descent. It is celebrated from December 26th to January 1st each year. Kwanzaa is based on seven core principles, called the Nguzo Saba, and involves several important symbols.

Kwanzaa Celebration

1. When is Kwanzaa celebrated each year?

a

December 1st to December 7th

b

December 26th to January 1st

c

January 1st to January 7th

d

November 20th to November 26th

2. What are the seven core principles of Kwanzaa called?

a

The Seven Virtues

b

The Nguzo Saba

c

The Seven Pillars

d

The Principles of Unity

3. Kwanzaa is a celebration of family, community, and  .

4. The Kinara is a candle holder that holds   candles, representing the Nguzo Saba.

5. Kwanzaa is primarily a religious holiday.

T

True

F

False

6. Name two of the seven principles of Kwanzaa (Nguzo Saba).