[For Elementary School Students] A Collection of Fun, Educational Quiz Ideas for Mother's Day
How many questions can you get right on this Mother’s Day quiz? We’ll introduce fun trivia about Mother’s Day in a quiz format—things you might think you know but actually don’t—like the meaning of carnations and unique celebrations around the world.
There are also questions that children around 7 years old can enjoy, so it’s perfect for the whole family to take the Mother’s Day test together.
The explanations are packed with bite-sized facts that will make you say, “Wow!” as you read, so be sure to enjoy it all the way to the end!
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[For Elementary School Students] A Collection of Fun, Educational Mother’s Day Quiz Ideas (21–30)
Which country celebrates Mother’s Day on the latest date in the world, December 22?
- Indonesia
- India
- Russia
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Indonesia
The country that celebrates the latest Mother’s Day in the world—on December 22—is Indonesia. This date was chosen because the Indonesian Women’s Congress was held on this day in 1928. Incidentally, the earliest Mother’s Day in the world is observed on the second Sunday of February in Norway.
Where in Japan are the most carnations produced?
- Aichi Prefecture
- Nagano Prefecture
- Shizuoka Prefecture
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Nagano Prefecture
Nagano Prefecture produces the most carnations in Japan. Within Nagano, production is especially active in the Saku area, which is known for its many sunny days and dry climate. Besides Nagano, Aichi Prefecture and Hokkaido are also major producers.
[For Elementary School Students] A Collection of Fun, Educational Quiz Ideas About Mother’s Day (31–40)
What flowers, besides carnations, are increasingly being given for Mother’s Day in Japan?
- Tulip
- hydrangea
- sunflower
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hydrangea
When it comes to flowers for Mother’s Day, carnations are the classic choice, but in recent years hydrangeas have also grown in popularity. Hydrangeas are drawing attention because their peak blooming season is close to Mother’s Day and they are easy to care for. Another reason for their popularity is the flower’s meaning: “family togetherness.”
In the month that has Mother’s Day, there is another day to show appreciation to mothers—when is it?
- May 5
- May 15
- May 25
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May 5
In addition to Mother’s Day, May 5th—Children’s Day—is also considered a day to show appreciation for mothers. In fact, the law concerning national holidays states that it is not only a day to pray for children’s happiness but also a day to express gratitude to mothers. Let’s share lots of appreciation with moms in May!
In 1931, when Mother’s Day was established, which month was designated as Mother’s Day?
- March
- May
- December
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March
Mother’s Day was first established in Japan in 1931. Unlike today’s May observance, it was designated on March 6 at the time. This date was the birthday of the Empress, consort of Emperor Showa, but the observance did not become widely popular. It later shifted to the current month around the time Morinaga Confectionery promoted a Mother’s Day campaign.
In which era was Mother’s Day introduced to Japan?
- Edo period
- Meiji era
- Showa era
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Meiji era
Mother’s Day was introduced to Japan around the end of the Meiji era. Entering the Taisho era, events began to be held in churches and gradually spread throughout society. Then, in 1931, “Mother’s Day” was set on a date different from the one observed today.
Which commemorative day has been established on the same date as Mother’s Day?
- Father's Day
- Constitution Memorial Day
- Day of Bags
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Day of Bags
Like Mother’s Day, a commemorative day established on the second Sunday of May is “Bag Day.” It’s associated with the fact that mothers are sometimes called “ofukuro” (a term that includes the word for “bag”). It was also set on this day with the hope that people would give bags as gifts on Mother’s Day and help raise awareness of bags.