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Holidays of Light

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  • What is the name of the Jewish holiday that is usually celebrated near the end of November and the beginning of December?
    Hanukkah
  • On which holiday do kids look forward to having a jolly old man bringing gifts?
    Christmas
  • True or false: Christmas honors the birth of Jesus?
    True
  • During Hanukkah, some people give gelt. What is it?
    small amounts of money or even chocolate coins
  • What is the spinning top called that some Hebrew families play with during Hanukkah?
    dreidel
  • True or false: People celebrate Kwanzaa to celebrate African culture and history.
    True
  • What are the three colors of Kwanzaa?
    red, green, black
  • On which holiday do people light fireworks?
    Diwali
  • Which holiday is celebrated from December 26 through January 1?
    Kwanzaa
  • What types of foods do people share with each other during Diwali?
    sweets
  • On what date is Christmas celebrated?
    December 25
  • People who celebrate Diwali use a diya. What is that?
    a small candle or lamp