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1
What type of oil is traditionally used in oil lamps lit during Deepavali?
Vegetable Oil
Mustard Oil
Olive Oil
Corn Oil
2
Which deity (god/goddess) is Goddess Kali said to have came from?
Goddess Tara
Goddess Saraswati
Goddess Durga
Goddess Lakshmi
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Diwali is often associated with Lakshmi, the goddess of:
Prosperity
Wisdom
Light
4
For many Indians Diwali is also the start of a new:
Financial year
School year
Cricket season
5
Which of the following is not an Indian sweet?
Kesar pedar
Puja thali
Jalebi
Ladoo
6
Which empire was Lord Rama the ruler of?
Magadha
Ayodha
Patuliputra
Hatinapur
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For which of these religions is Diwali one of the biggest and most important holidays?
Paganism
Hinduism
Taoism
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When does Diwali begin?
It depends on the moon
On October 21 every year
It depends on the sun
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Who are you supposed to visit on the last day of Diwali, Bhaubeej?
Your teachers
Your grandparents
Your siblings
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Who is supposed to be the husband of Goddess Lakshmi?
Lord Vishnu
Lord Indra
Lord Brahma
Lord Shiva
11
The word "Diwali" literally means:
"Flaming candle"
"Autumn equinox"
"Row of lights"
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Which of the following is not a traditional Diwali gift?
Spices
Dried fruit
Statues of gods and godesses
Decorative items, such as wall hangings
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Which of these activities is common throughout many parts of India during Diwali?
Horse riding
Gambling
Fishing
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During Diwali, it is customary for Hindus to:
Start a family
Plant a tree
Wear new clothes
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Other than Hindu, which other religious groups celebrate Diwali?
Jains
Jews
Christians
Muslims
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What is Diwali also known as?
Festival of Sweets
Festival of Lights
Festival of Fireworks
Festival of Gifts
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Mithai are one of the most common foods eaten and given as gifts during Diwali. They are:
A cured meat
A confectionary
A dried berry
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Which sweet is made during Diwali?
Gujia
Gulab Jamun
Rasgulla
Jalebi
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How long does the festival last?
5 days
3 days
1 week
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Have you paid your club dues?
Not yet, but I will eventually
No
Yes
