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Kwanzaa Trivia
Discover the rich traditions of Kwanzaa with trivia covering the seven principles, cultural symbols, history, and celebrations of this African American holiday.
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On which day is the Karamu feast typically held?
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What is placed under the kinara?
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How many days does Kwanzaa last?
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When are gifts traditionally given during Kwanzaa?
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How many green candles are on the kinara?
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What does 'Nguzo Saba' literally translate to?
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What do the ears of corn represent?
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What does 'Habari Gani' mean?
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What is the Kwanzaa feast called?
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Which candle is lit first on the kinara?
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What does the mkeka symbolize?
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What is poured into the unity cup during the ceremony?
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When does Kwanzaa begin?
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What is the focus of the sixth day's principle, Kuumba?
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How are Kwanzaa celebrations typically organized?
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What types of food are typically served at Karamu?
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How many principles of Kwanzaa are there?
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What does Imani mean?
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What does 'Kawaida' mean in the context of Kwanzaa?
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What are the gifts given during Kwanzaa called?
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What does Kujichagulia mean?
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What was the specific catalyst that led Dr. Karenga to create Kwanzaa in 1966?
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Who created Kwanzaa?
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What is the Kawaida philosophy's main focus?
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What does Ujamaa mean in the seven principles?
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What is the unity cup called?
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What academic field is Dr. Karenga known for contributing to?
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What historical African harvest celebrations inspired Kwanzaa?
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How many candles are on the kinara?
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How many red candles are on the kinara?
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What does Kwanzaa mean in Swahili?
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What is the traditional dress often worn during Kwanzaa?
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What year was Kwanzaa first celebrated?
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How many ears of corn are typically placed on the mkeka?
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What city in California was Kwanzaa created in?
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What activities often take place during Kwanzaa celebrations?
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What is the significance of using Swahili for Kwanzaa terms?
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What is often discussed during each day of Kwanzaa?
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In which month is Kwanzaa celebrated?
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What does the placement of the black candle in the center symbolize?
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What is the estimated number of people who celebrate Kwanzaa?
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What does Nia mean in the seven principles?
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On which side of the kinara are the red candles placed?
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What is the philosophical basis of Kwanzaa?
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Which principle involves leaving the community more beautiful?
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What do the crops and fruits (Mazao) symbolize?
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What does Ujima mean?
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What year was Kwanzaa first officially recognized by the U.S. Postal Service with a stamp?
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What color are the candles on the kinara?
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What organization did Dr. Karenga lead when he created Kwanzaa?
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Which day of Kwanzaa is December 30th?
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Which African country's harvest traditions most influenced Kwanzaa?
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Which principle focuses on making the community better?
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What type of zawadi are specifically discouraged?
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What is the Kwanzaa greeting?
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What type of music is often performed during Kwanzaa celebrations?
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What do the green candles represent?
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What does the full phrase 'Mishumaa Saba' translate to?
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What is the name of the seven candles collectively?
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What major social change was happening when Kwanzaa was created?
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Is Kwanzaa a religious holiday?
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What is Kwanzaa primarily a celebration of?
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How has Kwanzaa evolved since 1966?
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What should be included in a proper Kwanzaa ceremony?
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What is the proper response to 'Habari Gani' during Kwanzaa?
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What is the role of children in Kwanzaa celebrations?
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What do the red candles represent?
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What African philosophy concept does Umoja draw from?
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In which U.S. state was Kwanzaa created?
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What is the specific order of lighting after the black candle?
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What is the proper way to display the kinara?
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What is the recommended ratio of zawadi to children?
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What language do most Kwanzaa terms come from?
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How many countries have some form of Kwanzaa celebration?
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What region of the African diaspora does Kwanzaa primarily celebrate?
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How many times is 'Harambee' typically called during Kwanzaa gatherings?
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What is the name of the candleholder used during Kwanzaa?
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What role does the eldest family member typically play in Kwanzaa?
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In what order are the candles lit on the kinara?
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What degree does Dr. Karenga hold?
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What historical African festival tradition does the timing of Kwanzaa reference?
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What is the traditional Kwanzaa closing statement?
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What type of gifts are encouraged during Kwanzaa?
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What do the libations honor?
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What are the ears of corn called in Kwanzaa?
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Which principle's Swahili name means 'collective work and responsibility'?
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What is done with the unity cup during Kwanzaa?
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Which principle's Swahili name literally means 'to define ourselves'?
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What does Kuumba mean?
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In which Los Angeles neighborhood was Kwanzaa first celebrated?
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What is the purpose of the zawadi gifts?
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What is the Karamu feast meant to celebrate?
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Which principle is celebrated on the last day of Kwanzaa?
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What is the significance of having no religious basis for Kwanzaa?
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Which principle focuses on building and maintaining community businesses?
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What is the significance of starting Kwanzaa on December 26?
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What is the title of Dr. Karenga's book about Kwanzaa?
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Which principle emphasizes defining oneself rather than being defined by others?
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Which day of Kwanzaa focuses on Umoja?
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What is emphasized over materialism in Kwanzaa gift-giving?
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What is Dr. Karenga's full name?
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What are the seven principles of Kwanzaa called?
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What is the relationship between Kwanzaa and other December holidays?
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What is the purpose of discussing the daily principle?
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How long does the Karamu feast typically last?
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What movement of the 1960s influenced the creation of Kwanzaa?
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What does the black candle in the kinara represent?
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What decade saw Kwanzaa gain widespread popularity?
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What is poured on the ground during libations?
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What is the first principle of Kwanzaa?
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Which principle is about restoring traditional greatness?
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What is the relationship between the kinara and the menorah?
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When does Kwanzaa end?
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What specific type of mat should the mkeka be made from?
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What organization officially designated Kwanzaa as a holiday?
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What philosophical system did Dr. Karenga develop that Kwanzaa is based on?
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On which side of the kinara are the green candles placed?
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Which university was Dr. Maulana Karenga affiliated with when he created Kwanzaa?
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What is the traditional Kwanzaa farewell?
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What is the traditional Kwanzaa color scheme inspired by?
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