Cultures and Celebrations

What is the significance of birthdays and anniversaries?

• They have no significance and are just another day.

• They are only important for children.

• They are only important for married couples.

• They mark important milestones and provide an opportunity for celebration and reflection.

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Which holiday is celebrated on December 25th?

• Christmas

• Easter

• Halloween

• Thanksgiving

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What is the purpose of cultural celebrations?

• The purpose of cultural celebrations is to waste time and resources that could be used for more important things.

• The purpose of cultural celebrations is to erase cultural diversity and promote assimilation.

• The purpose of cultural celebrations is to preserve and promote cultural heritage, foster a sense of community and belonging, and pass down traditions and values to future generations.

• The purpose of cultural celebrations is to create division and conflict among different cultures.

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Which holiday is known for its colorful fireworks displays?

• Christmas

• Independence Day

• New Year's Eve

• Thanksgiving

What is a common cultural celebration in India?

• Halloween

• Diwali

• Cinco de Mayo

• St. Patrick's Day

What is a common birthday tradition?

• Blowing out candles on a birthday cake

• Singing 'Happy Birthday'

• Eating ice cream

• Opening presents

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What is a common holiday tradition?

• Exchanging gifts

• Decorating a Christmas tree

• Eating turkey on Thanksgiving

• Going to the beach on New Year's Day

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How does culture bring communities together?

• through open schools

• through tough arguments

• through shared celebrations

• through hot summers

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Something that people do the same way year after year is a...

• promise

• tradition

• diversity

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Where I'm from is a part of my ______.

• custom

• language

• culture

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