Holidays Around the World
Questions:
5
Grade:
3
Words:
78
Holidays are special everywhere! At Christmas, people decorate trees and give gifts. Did you know Santa Claus is also called 'Father Christmas' in England? During Hanukkah, Jewish people light a menorah for eight days. It's a festival of lights, just like Diwali in India! Diwali celebrates good over evil with lots of fireworks. Cool, right? In China, the New Year starts differently each year. They celebrate with a dragon dance. What fun to have holidays around the world!
Question 1
What is another name for Santa Claus in England?
A
Easter Bunny
B
Tooth Fairy
C
Father Christmas
Explanation. In the text, it was stated that Santa Claus is also called 'Father Christmas' in England.
D
Halloween Jack
E
Uncle Sam
Question 2
What does Diwali celebrate?
A
Birth of Jesus
B
American Independence
C
French Revolution
D
Victory of good over evil
Explanation. According to the text, Diwali celebrates the triumph of good over evil.
E
Discovery of America
Question 3
How long does Hanukkah last?
A
Seven days
B
Eight days
Explanation. In the text, it was mentioned that Jewish people light a menorah for eight days during Hanukkah.
C
Nine days
D
Ten days
E
Eleven days
Question 4
Which festival is also known as the festival of lights?
A
Christmas
B
Easter
C
Hanukkah
Explanation. According to the text, the festival of lights refers to Hanukkah.
D
Thanksgiving
E
Halloween
Question 5
What is a tradition for the Chinese New Year?
A
Turkey dinner
B
Egg hunting
C
Gift-giving
D
Dragon dance
Explanation. The text mentions that a dragon dance is a tradition for celebrating the Chinese New Year.
E
Pumpkin carving
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