The World's Oldest Traditions

This trivia quiz is all about the oldest traditions still kept in the world today. It will take you on an exciting journey through time and across continents to explore the fascinating customs, celebrations, and rituals that have shaped human societies for centuries. From ancient harvest festivals to vibrant modern parades, you’ll discover the stories behind the traditions that connect communities worldwide. Each question will delve into a different region or culture, highlighting the diversity of human expression and the shared values that underpin these age-old practices.
 
 
Which country has celebrated the New Year on the same day for over 4,000 years?
India
Egypt
China
Greece
 
 
The ancient Olympic Games were first held in which year?
776 BC
2156 BC
332 BC
120 AD
 
 
What ancient celebration honors the dead by offering food and flowers at altars?
Dia de los Muertos (Mexico)
Obon (Japan)
Samhain (Ireland)
Pchum Ben (Cambodia)
 
 
Which culture is known for the longest continuously practiced tea ceremony, dating back to the 9th century?
China
Japan
Korea
Britain
 
 
The tradition of decorating evergreen trees during winter originated in which country?
United States
England
Germany
Italy
 
 
Which ancient Tamil harvest festival is still celebrated today in southern India?
Diwali
Makar Sankranti
Pongal
Holi
 
 
In Iran they have maintained the ancient festival of Nowruz for the last 3,000 years. What does it celebrate?
The Persian New Year
The end of the harvest period
The end of the Spring season
The Persian Victory over the Babylonians
 
 
The Running of the Bulls is a tradition in which Spanish city, dating back to the 14th century?
Barcelona
Madrid
Seville
Pamplona
 
 
Which South American country celebrates the festival of Inti Raymi, honoring the sun god of the Inca Empire?
Peru
Chile
Bolivia
Ecuador
 
 
The tradition of maypole dancing and feasts during Midsummer is a long-standing practice in which Scandinavian country?
Sweden
Denmark
Finland
Norway
 
 
Holi, the Hindu festival of colors, marks the arrival of which season in India?
Winter
Fall
Summer
Spring
 
 
In which African country is the Timkat festival, celebrating the Epiphany and the baptism of Jesus, an important cultural tradition?
Ghana
Kenya
Nigeria
Ethiopia
 
 
The Yi Peng festival, where thousands of floating lanterns are released into the sky, is primarily celebrated in which country?
South Korea
Thailand
China
Vietnam
 
 
Which European country is known for its vibrant annual cheese-rolling festival, where participants chase a wheel of cheese down a hill?
Switzerland
Netherlands
France
England
More to Learn...
You're on the path to discovering the rich tapestry of global traditions, but there's still so much more to explore! You’ve got a glimpse into fascinating customs and celebrations from around the world, but there are deeper stories behind each one. Keep nurturing that curiosity and dive further into the history and significance of these vibrant festivals. Every culture has layers of meaning, and with a little more digging, you’ll unlock even more of the beauty and diversity our world has to offer. Keep exploring—there’s always more to learn!
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