Diwali quiz

Question 1

What English nickname does Diwali have, and what idea do its lights traditionally celebrate?

Accepted Answer

Diwali is called the Festival of Lights The lights symbolize light overcoming darkness They can also symbolize good overcoming evil

Question 2

At many Diwali doorways, what are the colorful floor designs called, and what might people use to make them?

Accepted Answer

They are called rangoli People may use colored powder People may also use flower petals or rice flour

Question 3

On Diwali, which Hindu goddess is especially worshipped, and what flower is she often shown holding?

Accepted Answer

Lakshmi a lotus she is associated with prosperity

Question 4

What language gave Diwali its name, and what image does the name literally describe?

Accepted Answer

The name comes from Sanskrit. It comes from dipavali. The name means a row of lamps or lights.

Question 5

For Sikh Bandi Chhor Divas around Diwali, which leader is remembered, and what happened to him?

Accepted Answer

Guru Hargobind is remembered He was released from imprisonment The release was from Gwalior Fort

Question 6

In the common five-day North Indian Diwali sequence, what is the final day called, and what do sisters traditionally do for their brothers?

Accepted Answer

The final day is Bhai Dooj, also called Yama Dwitiya Sisters apply a tilak to their brothers Sisters pray for their brothers’ wellbeing

Question 7

In the Hindu story linked with Dhanteras, who appears from the cosmic ocean, and what does he carry?

Accepted Answer

Dhanvantari appears during the churning of the cosmic ocean He carries a pot of amrita, or nectar

Question 8

In Gujarat, Diwali can usher in a new year: what is the calendar called, and which lunar month begins that year?

Accepted Answer

The calendar is Vikram Samvat Its new year begins in Kartik The Gujarati new year falls around Diwali

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