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[For Seniors] Fun for Everyone! A Quiz about Hinamatsuri (Girls' Day)
March 3rd is Hinamatsuri, a traditional festival that wishes for girls’ health and happiness.
In this article, we present a quiz about Hinamatsuri designed for older adults!
You might discover something new, like “So that’s what it means!”
It’s even more fun when everyone thinks together—at quiz contests in day-service or other care facilities, or at home with your grandchildren!
This quiz is enjoyable for a wide range of ages, from adults to children, so please give it a try with everyone!
[For Seniors] Fun for Everyone! Quiz About Hinamatsuri (1–10)
On what month and day is Hinamatsuri held?
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- January 1
- March 3
- May 5
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March 3
Originally, the Doll Festival (Hinamatsuri) was held on the first “Day of the Snake” that came in March.
What seasonal festival is Hinamatsuri?
- plum
- cherry blossom
- peach
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peach
It is called the “Peach Festival” because it originated from the Shangsi Festival, where peaches were used, and because peaches are believed to have the power of immortality and long life.
What do Hina dolls represent?
- wedding
- Birthday party
- concert
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wedding
It depicts a wedding ceremony at the Imperial Court.
What are the colors of hishi mochi from top to bottom?
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- pink, white, and green
- Green, white, and pink
- White, Green, Pink
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pink, white, and green
Pink represents peach blossoms, white represents snow, and green represents fresh greenery, each expressing wishes for protection from evil, prosperity of descendants, and health and warding off misfortune.
What alcoholic drink is consumed on Hinamatsuri (Girls’ Day)?
- sweet sake (amazake)
- baijiu (Chinese distilled liquor); literally “white liquor”
- plum wine
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baijiu (Chinese distilled liquor); literally “white liquor”
Originally, it was a Chinese liquor called "taohuajiu," which meant longevity.
Who are the models for the Emperor and the Empress dolls?
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- a married couple in an ordinary household
- The Emperor and Empress
- The Prime Minister and his wife
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The Emperor and Empress
It is said to express a wish for a happy marriage, like that of Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress.
Which country’s traditions is the Hina Matsuri (Doll Festival) derived from?
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- South Korea
- China
- Mongolia
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China
It originated from a Chinese event called the Shangsi Festival, which was held to ward off evil and misfortune.