DEIJ Community Quiz- Days of Observance (October)

This month is Islamic History Month, is the following statement true or false: Islam is the largest faith community in the world.

This month is Latin American Heritage Month, how many countries are considered to be part of Latin America?

This month is German Heritage Month, true or false: the German language has two dialects.

Diwali (October, 24) is a festival of lights and one of the major festivals celebrated by Hindus, Jains and Sikhs. Outside of India, in which city is the largest Diwali festival held?

Guru Nanak Dev Ji (Gurpurab) Birthday takes place on October 8th. This is a Sikh festival that is celebrated with a lot of fervour and excitement in many parts of India by Sikh and Punjabi communities alike. Which Guru is Guru Nanak Dev Ji?

Dussehra is a Hindu Festival that takes place on October 5th: it signifies the conquest of good over evil, light over darkness and wisdom over ignorance. Which language does the word Dussehra come from?

National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) is on October 4th. True or False, there are 15 Calls to Justice in the MMIWG Report.

International Pronouns Day is October 19th. What are some respectful ways to be mindful of others pronouns. Select the following that apply:

Mental Illness Awareness Week and Healthy Workplace Week take place this month: True or False: 30% of disability claims are related to mental health problems and mental illness.