Friday Quiz Answers 2nd May

1. On which date is May Day traditionally celebrated in the UK?
   Answer: 1st May (Separate from the May Day Bank Holiday, which falls on the first Monday of May).

2. What is the name of the tall pole, often decorated with ribbons, that people dance around on May Day?
   Answer: Maypole.

3. Which flower is traditionally associated with May Day and often given as a gift in France?
   Answer: Lily of the valley.

4. In ancient times, May Day celebrations were often linked to which Roman goddess of flowers?
   Answer: Flora.

5. What is the name of the Celtic festival that was historically celebrated on May 1st, marking the start of summer?
   Answer: Beltane.

6. Which UK tradition sees people waking up at dawn to perform dances and music in honour of May Day?
   Answer: Morris dancing.

7. In which century did May Day begin to be associated with workers’ rights and labour movements?
   Answer: 19th century.

8. What type of headwear is commonly worn during traditional May Day celebrations?
   Answer: a) Flower crowns.

9. What famous British fictional outlaw is often featured in May Day pageants and parades?
   Answer: Robin Hood.

10. Which traditional English folk dance, often performed with bells and sticks, is commonly seen on May Day?
    Answer: Morris dance.

Bright Source Bonus Question

Q. Which type of decorative lighting features a string of exposed bulbs and is known for its warm, ambient glow?
Answer: Festoon lights. (These popular LED string lights are perfect for adding charm and atmosphere to outdoor celebrations).