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Festivities around the world

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  • What special day is this?
    New Year's Eve
  • In what festival and where are these masks used?
    In the Carnival of Venecia
  • A day in which people send cards and make presents to their couples
    St Valentine's Day (14th February)
  • Mexican holiday in which people remember the dead
    Day of the dead. Mexican holiday, 'Day of the Dead' focuses on gatherings of family and friends to pray and remember friends and family members who have died.
  • During what holiday do muslims fast (don't have breakfast)?
    During Ramadan. They fast during a whole month and it is compulsory. They celebrate the date when Mahoma received the first revelation of the Quran
  • In this country people typically eat KFC during Christmas
    In Japan
  • In what country does the "Holi Festival" takes place?
    In India. Holi is a religious spring festival, mainly celebrated by Hindus. Bonfires are lit on the eve of the festival, also known as Holika Dahan.
  • When does the "Hanami" Festivity takes place in Japan?
    At the end of March. People contemplate the beauty of the cherry blossoms (sakura)
  • What is the name of this festivity and where is it celebrated?
    Chinese's New Year
  • What do people eat and drink in Germany during the Oktoberfest?
    sausages and beer
  • What is the most important celebration for the Jewish people?
    Hanukkah. They celebrate the importance of their religion and the establishment of Judaism in Jerusalem after several years of war.
  • What typical dish do people eat during Thanksgiving Day?
    Turkey. Originally it was celebrated to thank the good harvests of the year.
  • In what country do people prepare these desserts during special days and festivities?
    In Turkey.
  • In what country do people release "wish lanterns" during the Yi Peng Festival?
    In Thailand. They decorate and release lanterns to make wishes during the first full moon of november
  • What is the name of this festivity and when does it take place?
    La Tomatina is celebrated the 2nd November in Buñol
  • What is another name for Santa Claus?
    Father Christmas
  • What does the "Gay Pride Day" celebrate?
    The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) rights. It is celebrated all over the world and usually takes place in June.