Holiday Trivia Quiz For Travellers

Step into the festive world of "Holiday Trivia," where traditions, celebrations, and the joyous spirit of special occasions take centre stage. From religious observances to cultural festivities, holidays provide moments of togetherness and reflection. This trivia journey explores the varied customs and historical significance of holidays that bring people together worldwide.

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Holiday Trivia Questions

1. In which month is Thanksgiving celebrated in the United States?
2. What holiday is known as the "Festival of Lights" and is celebrated by lighting candles on a menorah?
3. Which holiday is celebrated on December 25th to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ?
4. In which country did the tradition of Oktoberfest originate?
5. What Hindu festival is known for the colorful throwing of powders and water, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil?
6. Which holiday involves the custom of hiding eggs for children to find, often associated with a bunny?
7. What is the Japanese New Year called?
8. Which holiday, also known as All Hallows' Eve, is celebrated on October 31st?
9. In which country is Diwali, the festival of lights, widely celebrated?
10. What is the traditional Christmas plant with red and green leaves?
11. Which holiday is often called the "Chinese New Year"?
12. What is the name of the Jewish New Year?
13. In Mexico, what holiday is celebrated with colorful sugar skulls and marigold flowers?
14. Which African American holiday is celebrated from December 26th to January 1st and focuses on family, community, and culture?
15. What is the Irish holiday that commemorates the death of St. Patrick, often celebrated with parades and wearing green?
16. In which country is the Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) a significant holiday?
17. Which holiday is also known as the Feast of Sacrifice and honors the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God?
18. What is the first day of Lent, a Christian season of fasting and penitence?
19. Which holiday, celebrated on July 14th, commemorates the storming of the Bastille during the French Revolution?
20. In Japan, what holiday is celebrated on May 5th to wish for the healthy growth and happiness of children?
21. What is the Swedish midsummer celebration called, where people dance around a maypole and enjoy traditional foods?
22. Which holiday is celebrated on the first Monday in September in the United States to honor the contributions of workers?
23. In which country is Boxing Day celebrated on December 26th as a public holiday?
24. What is the festival that marks the Hindu New Year and involves the worship of the goddess Lakshmi?
25. Which holiday, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, marks the end of the Hajj pilgrimage and involves the sacrifice of an animal?
26. What is the traditional Japanese celebration of cherry blossoms called?
27. In which country is St. Andrew's Day celebrated on November 30th?
28. Which holiday is celebrated on the second Monday in October in Canada, honoring the contributions of Indigenous peoples?
29. What is the name of the festival celebrated by people of the Sikh faith, commemorating the birth of Guru Nanak?
30. In which country is the holiday of Liberation Day celebrated on May 5th, marking the end of German occupation during World War II?
31. What is the name of the festival celebrated by Hindus to mark the victory of light over darkness and good over evil?
32. Which holiday is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November in the United States and involves a feast with turkey and other traditional dishes?
33. In which country is Bastille Day celebrated with a military parade on the Champs-Élysées?
34. What is the Hindu festival that marks the victory of good over evil, symbolized by the triumph of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana?
35. Which holiday, observed on February 14th, is associated with the exchange of cards, flowers, and romantic gestures?
36. In which country is the festival of Songkran celebrated with a massive water fight to welcome the Thai New Year?
37. What is the name of the holiday celebrated on the third Monday in February in the United States, honoring the birthdays of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln?
38. Which holiday, celebrated on June 24th, is associated with the shortest night of the year and bonfires?
39. In which country is the National Day celebrated on July 4th, commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence?
40. What is the Chinese festival that marks the end of winter and the beginning of spring, often associated with the Lantern Festival?
41. Which holiday, celebrated on November 1st and 2nd, is dedicated to remembering and honoring the dead?
42. In which country is the holiday of Anzac Day observed on April 25th to commemorate the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps?
43. What is the Hindu festival that celebrates the love between Lord Krishna and Radha, often involving the playful throwing of colored powders?
44. Which holiday, celebrated on April 22nd, is dedicated to environmental protection and raising awareness about environmental issues?
45. In which country is Constitution Day celebrated on May 3rd, marking the adoption of the country's constitution in 1791?
46. What is the name of the festival celebrated by Jews to commemorate the miracle of the oil lasting eight days in the Second Temple?
47. Which holiday, celebrated on August 15th, marks the end of World War II and the restoration of peace?
48. In which country is the holiday of Midsummer celebrated with bonfires, traditional dances, and flower crowns?
49. What is the name of the holiday celebrated by Muslims to mark the end of Ramadan, the month of fasting?
50. Which holiday, celebrated on January 1st, marks the beginning of the Gregorian calendar year?
51. In which country is the holiday of St. David's Day celebrated on March 1st to honor the patron saint of Wales?
52. What is the festival celebrated by Hindus to welcome the harvest season and honor the sun god?
53. Which holiday is celebrated on the first Monday in October in the United States to honor Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Americas?
54. In which country is the holiday of Constitution Day celebrated on May 17th, marking the signing of the country's constitution in 1814?
55. What is the name of the festival celebrated by Hindus to mark the victory of Lord Krishna over the serpent Kaliya?
56. Which holiday, observed on the second Monday in October in the United States, honors the achievements and contributions of Indigenous peoples?
57. What is the name of the Hindu festival that involves the worship of the goddess Durga and the triumph of good over evil?
58. In which country is the holiday of Armistice Day observed on November 11th to honor the end of World War I?
59. Which holiday, celebrated on April 1st, is known for playing pranks and jokes on others?
60. What is the name of the holiday celebrated by Jews to remember the liberation from slavery in ancient Egypt?

Holiday Trivia Answers

1. November
2. Hanukkah
3. Christmas
4. Germany
   5. Holi
5. Easter
6. Shogatsu or Oshogatsu
7. Halloween
8. India
9. Poinsettia
10. Lunar New Year
11. Rosh Hashanah
12. Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos)
13. Kwanzaa
14. St. Patrick's Day
15. Mexico
16. Eid al-Adha
17. Ash Wednesday
18. Bastille Day
19. Children's Day (Kodomo no Hi)
20. Midsummer (Midsommar)
21. Labor Day
22. United Kingdom (UK)
23. Diwali
24. Eid al-Fitr
25. Hanami
26. Scotland
27. Thanksgiving (Canadian)
28. Guru Nanak Jayanti
29. Netherlands
30. Diwali
31. Thanksgiving (US)
32. France
33. Dussehra
34. Valentine's Day
35. Thailand
36. Presidents' Day
37. St. John's Eve
38. United States
39. Lantern Festival (Yuanxiao Jie)
40. Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos)
41. Australia and New Zealand
42. Holi
43. Earth Day
44. Poland
45. Hanukkah
46. Victory over Japan Day (V-J Day)
47. Sweden
48. Eid al-Fitr
49. New Year's Day
50. Wales
51. Pongal or Makar Sankranti
52. Columbus Day
53. Norway
54. Govardhan Puja
55. Indigenous Peoples' Day
56. Durga Puja
57. France
58. April Fools' Day
59. Passover (Pesach)

Conclusion

As we wrap up our journey through the diverse tapestry of "Holiday Trivia," it becomes evident that celebrations around the world are as varied as the cultures they originate from. These moments of joy, reflection, and tradition serve to connect us globally, reminding us of our shared humanity. Whether through religious observances, cultural festivities, or national commemorations, holidays contribute to the richness of human experience.

For further exploration into the fascinating world of holidays, visit the Holiday Wikipedia page.