Other religious festivals Flashcards by PATRICK F MERCIER

Q

Who celebrates Diwali?

A

Hindus

Sikhs

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When is Diwali?

A

October

or November

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What does Diwali mark?

A

The victory of good over evil

The gaining of knowledge

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Who celebrates Hannukah?

A

Jews

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When is Hannukah?

A

November

or December

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What does Hannukah mark?

A

The Jews’ struggle

for religious freedom

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Who celebrates Eid al-Fitr?

A

Muslims

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What does Eid al-Fitr mark?

A

The end of the month’s fast

during Ramadam

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What do muslims give Allah thanks for on Eid al-Fitr?

A

Giving them the strength

to complete the fast

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Who celebrates Eid ul Adha?

A

Muslims

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What does Eid ul Adha mark?

A

That the prophet Ibrahim

was willing to sacrifice his son

when God ordered him to.

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Who celebrates Vaisakhi (Baisakhi)?

A

Sikhs

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What does Vaisakhi mark?

A

The founding of the Khalsa

(the Sikh community)

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When is Vaisakhi?

A

14-April

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How do Sikhs traditionally celebrate Vaisakhi?

A

Parades

Dancing

Singing

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