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Diwali: A Festival of Lights from India
Have you ever wondered how holidays are celebrated in other parts of the world? Let's travel to India, where one of the most popular holidays is Diwali, the Festival of Lights. Diwali is celebrated to mark the triumph of good over evil, a theme found in many cultures. The festival lasts five days, each with its own mythology and rituals. Houses are cleaned and adorned with clay lamps and colorful rangolis - intricate patterns made on the ground with colored powders. People wear new clothes, exchange gifts, and feast on delicious sweets. At night, the sky lights up with fireworks, symbolizing light defeating darkness. These traditions make Diwali a vibrant and joyous holiday. What can we learn from Diwali? Like many holidays, it reminds us of the importance of hope, joy, and the victory of good over evil.
Question 1
What does Diwali represent?
The victory of good over evil
Explanation. Diwali is celebrated to mark the triumph of good over evil.
The start of the new year
The harvest season
The winter solstice
The summer equinox
Question 2
What are rangolis used for?
To light up the house
To create intricate patterns on the ground
Explanation. Rangolis are intricate patterns made on the ground with colored powders.
To exchange as gifts
To eat as sweets
To wear as new clothes
Question 3
Which of these is NOT a tradition during Diwali?
Cleaning and adorning houses
Exchanging gifts
Wearing new clothes
Lighting fireworks
Hunting for Easter eggs
Explanation. Hunting for Easter eggs is not a Diwali tradition. It's a tradition associated with Easter which is a different holiday.
Question 4
What is the significance of lighting fireworks during Diwali?
To celebrate the start of the new year
To ward off evil spirits
To symbolize light defeating darkness
Explanation. At night, the sky lights up with fireworks, symbolizing light defeating darkness.
To mark the end of the festival
To entertain children
Question 5
How long does Diwali last?
One day
Two days
Three days
Four days
Five days
Explanation. The festival of Diwali lasts five days, each day with its own mythology and rituals.
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