Culture and Traditions Around the World Flashcards

Grade 3 · Social Studies · Flashcards

Study key vocabulary and examples of culture, traditions, and festivals from around the world.

Flashcards

culture: The shared way of life of a group including language, food, art, and traditions
tradition: A custom or practice passed down through generations
festival: A special celebration tied to cultural, religious, or seasonal events
diversity: Having many different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives
Diwali: The Hindu Festival of Lights, celebrated with oil lamps called diyas
Chinese New Year: A festival celebrating the lunar new year with dragon dances, fireworks, and red envelopes
Day of the Dead: A Mexican tradition honoring deceased loved ones with altars and flowers
Oktoberfest: A German festival celebrating Bavarian culture with food and music
language: The system of words and communication used by a group of people
empathy: The ability to understand and share the feelings of others
customs: Traditional practices followed by a community or group
heritage: The traditions, history, and values passed down from previous generations