15  Quiz on Lohri Festival

1. What is Lohri? a) A religious ceremony b) A harvest festival c) A wedding celebration d) A cultural fair

Answer: b) A harvest festival

2. When is Lohri celebrated? a) 1st January b) 14th January c) 25th December d) 5th February

Answer: b) 14th January

3. What is the traditional food associated with Lohri celebrations? a) Samosas b) Pizza c) Makki di Roti and Sarson da Saag d) Noodles

Answer: c) Makki di Roti and Sarson da Saag

4. Why do people light bonfires during Lohri? a) To keep warm b) To ward off evil spirits c) For cooking purposes d) Tradition

Answer: b) To ward off evil spirits

5. Which of the following crops is primarily associated with the Lohri festival? a) Rice b) Wheat c) Barley d) Millet

Answer: b) Wheat

6. Which state in India is known for grand Lohri celebrations? a) Kerala b) Punjab c) Rajasthan d) Tamil Nadu

Answer: b) Punjab

7. What is the significance of dancing the Bhangra and Giddha during Lohri? a) Entertainment b) Religious ritual c) Exercise d) Cultural expression

Answer: d) Cultural expression

8. Which legendary figure is associated with the origin of Lohri? a) Lohri Devi b) Dulla Bhatti c) Guru Nanak d) Raja Rasalu

Answer: b) Dulla Bhatti

9. What do people typically offer in the Lohri bonfire as a symbol of gratitude? a) Sweets b) Coins c) Wood d) Popcorn

Answer: a) Sweets

10. Which popular traditional game is played during Lohri celebrations involving a pot of butter? a) Kabaddi b) Kite flying c) Wrestling d) Matki Phod

Answer: d) Matki Phod

11. What is the main theme of Lohri songs and folklore? a) Love b) Patriotism c) Harvest and prosperity d) War

Answer: c) Harvest and prosperity

12. In which season does Lohri mark the end of festivities and celebrations? a) Winter b) Spring c) Summer d) Monsoon

Answer: a) Winter

13. What is the significance of offering sesame seeds and jaggery during Lohri? a) Symbol of love b) Ritualistic tradition c) Health benefits d) Good luck and prosperity

Answer: d) Good luck and prosperity

14. What is the traditional attire worn during Lohri celebrations? a) Saree b) Sherwani c) Lehenga d) Punjabi suit

Answer: d) Punjabi suit

15. What is the Lohri festival also known as in some regions of India? a) Pongal b) Makar Sankranti c) Baisakhi d) Holi

Answer: b) Makar Sankranti