The Story of the Bonfire: Cultural Traditions Worldwide
- 1. What is a bonfire commonly used for in cultural traditions?
A) Cooking food
B) Heating houses
C) Celebration and social gathering
D) Marking territory
- 2. In which country is the tradition of the Guy Fawkes Night bonfire celebrated?
A) France
B) Germany
C) Spain
D) United Kingdom
- 3. Which festival in India involves lighting bonfires to celebrate the victory of good over evil?
A) Holi
B) Pongal
C) Dussehra
D) Diwali
- 4. What season is often associated with bonfire celebrations in many cultures?
A) Summer
B) Winter
C) Autumn
D) Spring
- 5. What is a common food item roasted over a bonfire in many cultures?
A) Marshmallows
B) Rice
C) Bread
D) Fruit
- 6. What ancient festival involved bonfires to honor the goddess Ostara?
A) Thanksgiving
B) Christmas
C) Easter
D) Halloween
- 7. What traditional event in Spain involves large bonfires and fireworks to celebrate Saint John?
A) Las Fallas
B) Semana Santa
C) La Noche de San Juan
D) La Feria
- 8. What does the term 'Bonfire Night' primarily commemorate in England?
A) The Battle of Britain
B) The English Civil War
C) The Great Fire of London
D) The Gunpowder Plot
- 9. Which state in the USA is known for its large 'Burning Man' festival featuring bonfires?
A) Texas
B) California
C) New York
D) Nevada
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