Birthday Traditions Around the World

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How do people in China celebrate their birthdays?

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By eating long noodles and giving red envelopes with money as gifts.

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In which country is it a tradition to pull on the birthday person's ears corresponding to their age?

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India.

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What should you do when you blow out the candles on your birthday cake?

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Make a wish.

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What is a common birthday tradition in Russia?

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Giving an odd number of flowers.

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What special food item is eaten in Japan on birthdays?

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Japanese Birthday Cake or Strawberry Shortcake.

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What is a common birthday greeting in English?

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Happy Birthday!

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In Mexico, what is the name of the party where a child breaks a decorated pot?

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Piñata party.

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What do people in Germany often do to celebrate birthdays?

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They celebrate with a birthday cake and candles.

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What is a unique birthday tradition in Brazil?

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Throwing a party with lots of food and music.

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What is the significance of the number of flowers given in Russia?

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An odd number of flowers is considered good luck.