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Questions and Answers
What pagan holiday does Christmas originate some of its traditions from?
What pagan holiday does Christmas originate some of its traditions from?
- Ostara
- Samhain
- Yule (correct)
- Beltane
Who created the holiday of Kwanzaa and in what year was it first celebrated?
Who created the holiday of Kwanzaa and in what year was it first celebrated?
- Rosa Parks, 1967
- Martin Luther King Jr., 1965
- Malcolm X, 1964
- Dr. Maulana Karenga, 1966 (correct)
What is the name of the lighted centerpieces usually featured in promotional material for Hanukkah?
What is the name of the lighted centerpieces usually featured in promotional material for Hanukkah?
- Kiddush cup
- Menorah (correct)
- Seder plate
- Tallit
What is Boxing Day?
What is Boxing Day?
Which religion celebrates 'Bodhi Day'?
Which religion celebrates 'Bodhi Day'?
What is a dessert traditionally eaten during Hanukkah?
What is a dessert traditionally eaten during Hanukkah?
What makes a traditional 'Yule Log' dessert?
What makes a traditional 'Yule Log' dessert?
What is a mince pie, and in which country is it traditionally consumed?
What is a mince pie, and in which country is it traditionally consumed?
Which country typically eats KFC for Christmas?
Which country typically eats KFC for Christmas?
When is it believed that the tradition of 'milk and cookies for Santa' took off in the US?
When is it believed that the tradition of 'milk and cookies for Santa' took off in the US?
Flashcards
Origin of Christmas traditions
Origin of Christmas traditions
Christmas traditions have roots in the pagan holiday Yule.
Kwanzaa's creator
Kwanzaa's creator
Dr. Maulana Karenga created Kwanzaa in 1966.
Hanukkah centerpieces
Hanukkah centerpieces
Menorahs are the lighted centerpieces used in Hanukkah celebrations.
Boxing Day's purpose
Boxing Day's purpose
Boxing Day is a holiday focused on charity and giving to the less fortunate.
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Bodhi Day's religion
Bodhi Day's religion
Bodhi Day is celebrated by Buddhists signifying an important event in their faith
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