Diwali: The Festival of Lights

An 8th-grade social studies worksheet exploring the history, traditions, and cultural significance of Diwali.

Grade 8 Social studies Community & CulturesDiwali

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Multiple ChoiceFill in the BlanksTrue / FalseShort AnswerImageWord Bank

Standards

C3.D2.His.1.6-8. Analyze connections among events and developments in broader historical contexts.C3.D2.Geo.3.6-8. Use maps, satellite images, photographs, and other representations to explain relationships between the locations of places and regions and their environmental characteristics.C3.D2.Cul.5.6-8. Explain how cultural expressions reflect the history and geography of places and regions.

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DiwaliFestival of LightsHinduismCultureIndia

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Diwali: The Festival of Lights

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Read the questions carefully and answer to the best of your knowledge. This worksheet explores the cultural significance and traditions of Diwali.

1. Diwali is primarily known as the festival of:

Harvest

Lights

Colors

Spring

2. Which of the following goddesses is widely worshipped during Diwali for wealth and prosperity?

Saraswati

Durga

Lakshmi

Parvati

3. Diwali typically lasts for days and is celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and some Buddhists.

4. The lighting of diyas (oil lamps) and candles during Diwali symbolizes the triumph of over darkness.

5. Diwali is primarily celebrated in the spring season.

True

False

6. Rangoli are colorful patterns created on the floor near the entrance of homes to welcome guests and deities.

True

False

7. Briefly explain the significance of fireworks during Diwali celebrations.

8. Describe one traditional food or sweet commonly associated with Diwali.

Observe the image below, which depicts a Diwali celebration.

9. Based on the image and your knowledge, what elements contribute to the festive atmosphere of Diwali?

Use the words from the word bank to complete the sentences below.

Dhanteras

Ramayana

Laxmi Puja

rangoli

10. The Hindu epic story of Lord Rama's return to Ayodhya is often associated with Diwali and is recounted in the .

11. The first day of Diwali celebrations is known as , and it is considered auspicious to buy new things, especially gold or silver.