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Diwali
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1. Diwali is a celebration of…
a) the start of summer! b) fireworks
c) a new year d) colours and lights
2. What does Diwali mean in Sanskrit?
a) Festival of lights b) Row of lights
c) Fireworks d) New Year
3. Explain what Hindus believe the lights are for during Diwali?
→ They believe that the lights welcome the presence of Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and good luck.
4. True or False: Diwali is usually celebrated in late November, early December.
a) True b) False
5. What is the name of the art form in which coloured powders are used to create beautiful designs on the floor?
a) Lakshmi b) Rangoli
c) Mithila d) Vishnu
7. Describe, in your own words, what Diwali is, what it celebrates, and how it is celebrated.
→Diwali is the five-day festival that celebrates the victory of light over darkness. Hindus across the world are celebrating Diwali. The five-day festival of lights is one of the most popular holidays in India, and Thursday is the main day of festivities, when the faithful pray to the Hindu goddess of wealth.
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