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Mother's Day Around the World

How much do you know about Mother's Day celebrations in other countries? Try these ten questions to see how well you know the many traditions behind this holiday.

Points available: 10

1:

On what day is Mother's Day always celebrated in Mexico and South America?

2:

What do Yugoslavian children do to/for their mothers on Mother's Day?

3:

When does "Antrosht," Mother's Day in Ethiopia, occur?

4:

Mother's Day in Thailand coincides with what event?

5:

Which of these countries does not traditionally celebrate Mother's Day on the second Sunday in May?

6:

What holiday in the UK is equivalent to Mother's Day in other countries?

7:

A cake resembling what is presented to mothers at family dinners in France?

8:

On what religious holiday is Mother's Day observed in Spain?

9:

In Germany, if "Muttertag" happens to coincide with Pentecost, when is it moved to?

10:

In Sweden, what does the Red Cross sell on Mother's Day to support needy mothers and their children?

 

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