Question 1

Which of the following Brazilian samba schools, in the 2025 Rio Carnival, is paying homage to the renowned singer-songwriter Milton Nascimento?

Accepted Answer

Portela

Question 2

In the 2025 Holi celebrations, which Bollywood actress shared a behind-the-scenes moment from the sets of her upcoming film 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari', playfully covered in colors with co-star Maniesh Paul?

Accepted Answer

Varun Dhawan

Question 3

For the 2025 Lunar New Year, which country's celebration of Tet involves decorating homes with peach blossoms and kumquat trees, symbolizing prosperity and good luck?

Accepted Answer

Vietnam

Question 4

During the 2024 Day of the Dead celebrations in Mexico, which brand's animated ad featuring an LGBTQIAPN+ couple of spirits went viral globally?

Accepted Answer

Doritos

Question 5

In 2025, which popular song was cited as the most popular Oktoberfest song of 2024, with thousands of visitors singing along?

Accepted Answer

"Sweet Caroline"

Question 6

Which Irish cultural icon, known for her roles in 'Brooklyn' and 'Little Women', is highlighted in discussions about modern St. Patrick's Day celebrations and pop culture connections?

Accepted Answer

Saoirse Ronan

Question 7

For Diwali 2024, which Bollywood actress was noted for wearing a holographic, metallic sequined sari designed by Manish Malhotra?

Accepted Answer

Janhvi Kapoor

Question 8

Which of the following cities will host the main parades of the 2025 Rio Carnival over three nights: Sunday, March 2; Monday, March 3; and Tuesday, March 4?

Accepted Answer

Rio de Janeiro

Question 9

In the context of 2025 Lunar New Year celebrations, what is the traditional dish eaten in Vietnam called?

Accepted Answer

Banh Chung

Question 10

Which major French celebration in 2024 featured a record-breaking GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the largest aerial display of a fictional character formed by drones, creating a giant Mickey Mouse head over Disneyland Paris?

Accepted Answer

Bastille Day

Question 11

During the 2025 Holi celebrations, which Bollywood actor was seen celebrating with his family, fresh off an award win for 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' at the IIFA Awards?

Accepted Answer

Kartik Aaryan

Question 12

Which popular Blocos (street party) during the 2025 Rio Carnival is organized by the famous singer Anitta?

Accepted Answer

Bloco da Anitta

Question 13

For the 2024 Diwali celebrations, which Bollywood actress was seen in a copper sequined saree, with varying sizes of sequins?

Accepted Answer

Kiara Advani

Question 14

In 2025, the main parades of Rio Carnival's "Grupo Especial" will take place over three nights, concluding on which date?

Accepted Answer

March 4, 2025

Question 15

Which country's Lunar New Year celebration, known as Seollal, involves families paying respects to ancestors and sharing traditional meals like tteokguk?

Accepted Answer

South Korea

Question 16

Which of the following songs was highlighted as the most popular Oktoberfest song of 2024, often sung with the chorus "Sweet Caroline, oh, oh, oh, good times never seemed so good"?

Accepted Answer

"Sweet Caroline"

Question 17

For the 2025 Lunar New Year, which country's tradition involves the 'Yusheng' or 'Lohei', a raw fish salad that is tossed together for good luck?

Accepted Answer

Singapore and Malaysia

Question 18

During the 2024 Day of the Dead, what is the name of the elegantly dressed skeleton figure imagined by artist José Guadalupe Posada, which is an iconic symbol of the celebration?

Accepted Answer

La Catrina

Question 19

Which Bollywood actress celebrated Holi 2025 on the sets of her film 'Tere Ishq Mein' with co-star Dhanush and director Aanand L Rai?

Accepted Answer

Kriti Sanon

Question 20

Which country's national holiday, celebrated on July 14th, commemorates the storming of the Bastille prison and the beginning of the French Revolution?

Accepted Answer

France

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