Holidays Around the World

How many candles are used in the celebration of Hanukkah?

• 7

• 8

• 9

• 10

Ramadan is a month long celebration for ______________.

• Hindus

• Muslims

• Chinese

• Christians

Kwanzaa commemorates what heritage?

• Jewish

• Indian

• African

• American

Potato pancakes and jelly-filled pastries are foods often eaten at which holiday celebration?

• Kwanzaa

• Hanukkah

• Diwali

• Chinese New Year

On what holiday do Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ?

• Hanukkah

• Christmas

• New Year's Day

• Diwali

What do people do during Ramadan? (Check all that apply.)

• exchange small gifts

• pray

• fast

• read the Qur'an

What holiday is often celebrated with dragon and lion dances, exchanging gifts, and fireworks?

• Diwali

• Chinese New Year

• Ramadan

• Christmas

What is the special candleholder used during Hanukkah called?

• kinara

• candelabra

• maccabee

• menorah

People often decorate what with lights and ornaments during Christmas?

• a tree

• a doorstep

• an envelope

• a candle

How long does Ramadan last?

• one hour

• one day

• one week

• one month