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Celebrating Kwanzaa: A Journey to Our Roots

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Grade: 4

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Kwanzaa is a special holiday celebrated by African-Americans every year from December 26 to January 1. It was started in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga to honor African heritage. Kwanzaa isn't a religious holiday, but a cultural one. It uses seven symbols like crops, a mat, and a candle holder, each with its own meaning. The holiday is based on seven principles including unity, self-determination, working together, sharing wealth, having a purpose, being creative, and faith. Celebrating Kwanzaa helps us remember our roots and values.

Question 1

What is Kwanzaa?

A religious holiday

A cultural holiday celebrated by African-Americans

Explanation. Kwanzaa is a cultural holiday celebrated by African-Americans to honor African heritage.

A national holiday in the United States

A birthday celebration

A harvest festival

Question 2

What are the symbols used in Kwanzaa?

Presents, tree, and lights

Crops, a mat, and a candle holder

Explanation. Kwanzaa uses symbols like crops, a mat, and a candle holder, each with its own meaning.

Bells, stockings, and a star

Fireworks, flags, and a barbecue

Eggs, a bunny, and spring flowers

Question 3

Who started Kwanzaa?

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

President Barack Obama

Dr. Maulana Karenga

Explanation. Kwanzaa was started in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga.

Malcolm X

George Washington Carver

Question 4

When is Kwanzaa celebrated?

January 1 to January 7

February 1 to February 7

December 1 to December 7

December 26 to January 1

Explanation. Kwanzaa is celebrated every year from December 26 to January 1.

November 26 to December 1

Question 5

What does Kwanzaa help us remember?

Our New Year's resolutions

Our favorite Christmas presents

Our roots and values

Explanation. The celebration of Kwanzaa helps us remember our roots and values.

Our summer vacation

Our favorite Halloween costume

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