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In which month did the Kazakhs observe the sign of spring, and what is it called in Kazakh?

Why must a house be clean beforeNauryz?

Nauryz

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Why must a house be clean beforeNauryz?
To prepare for a big feast
To show respect for ancestors
To impress guests
So Kadyr-Ata will bless it
2
In which month did the Kazakhs observe the sign of spring, and what is it called in Kazakh?
April
February
May
March
3
What happens in city squares duringNauryz?
Religious ceremonies
Fireworks and parades
Ice-skating competitions
Yurts are set up, horse games and dombra music
4
How many days does Nauryz last, and what is special about these days in Kazakhstan?
1 day - National holiday
7 days - School break
2 days - Religious holiday
3 days - Public holidays
5
What is the name of the special Nauryz dish, and what does it represent?
Nauryz-kozhe - Seven virtues or days of the week
Plov - Wealth and health
Kymyz - The spirit of une ancestors
Shashlik - The five seasons
6
What were the tents used by Kazakh nomads called?
cabins
rooms
huts
yurts
7
How did the nomads know that winter was over?
When the rivers melted
When they saw the sun shining through the hole in the yurt
When the first flowers bloomed
When the birds started singing
8
Who is the holy man in the Nauryz legend, and what does his blessing bring?
Bayterek - Luck and long
Aksak-Ata - Wealth and wisdom
Kadyr-Ata - Prosperity and happiness
Nomad-Ata - Strength and success
9
What do people do at home to prepare for Nauryz?
buy gifts
visit mosques
cook
clean house
10
Why is the number seven important inNauryz celebrations?
It was the number of ancient Kazakh tribes
It represents the seven continents
It marks seven days of celebration
It symbolizes generosity and seven virtues