Diwali Quiz

What does the word "Diwali" mean?

• Row of Lights

• String of Fire

• Festival of Brightness

• Luminescent Feeling

Diwali is also referred to as what?

• Festival of Color

• Festival of Fun

• Festival of New Year

• Festival of Lights

What is the name of the lamp used in Diwali?

• Bulb

• Deepam

• Diya

• Deepvali

What are some things that are done with celebrating Diwali?

• Throwing colored powder

• Tying string on family members

• Lighting lamps/fireworks

• Going swimming

On what day is Diwali this year?

• November 1st

• October 31st

• October 30th

• October 29th

What does Diwali symbolize?

• Victory of Good over Evil

• Beginning of a New Harvest

• Bringing of new color into life

• Reaching the top of the mountain

What city outside of India has the largest Diwali celebration?

• London

• New York City

• Melbourne

• Leicester

How long does Diwali typically last for?

• 3 days

• 5 days

• 7 days

• 1 day

What does Diwali symbolize in the Hindu calendar?

• The start of the new year

• Start of the harvest season

• Start of the winter

• End of the Fall

What food typically distributed during Diwali?

• Spicy Paneer

• Naan

• Sweets

• Chai