How many days does the Chinese New Year celebration last? A) 7 days B) 15 days C) 30 days D) 49 days
B) 15 days
In China, which of these is used to scare off the legendary beast ‘Nian’ on the day of the new year? A) Dragon B) Firecrackers C) Flowers D) Rain
B) Firecrackers
In most countries, it is traditional to remove bad luck before Lunar New Year by doing what? A) Sweeping the house B) Lighting incense C) Donating to charity D) Listening to music
A) Sweeping the house
Which 3 are NOT animals of the Chinese zodiac? Horse// Sheep // Bear // Ox // Dog // Giraffe // Lion // Snake
Bear, Giraffe, Lion
Why do children stay up late or all night during new year's eve? A) Good luck B) Money and treasures will be plentiful C) To hope for longevity of the parents D) Have a good prospect in job promotion and studies
C) To hope for longevity of the parents
Is this statement about red packets true or false? Red packets can only be used during Chinese New Year.
False
Why do Chinese wear new clothes during Chinese New Year? A) For wealth B) For health C) For good luck D) For new beginnings
D) For new beginnings
What is next year's zodiac animal? A) Chicken B) Dragon C) Goat D) Snake
B) Dragon
What determines the start of the Chinese New Year? A) The Government B) A famous monk C) Solar calendar D) Lunar calendar
D) Lunar calendar
The Chinese Zodiac is a repeating 12-year cycle of animal signs. According to the Chinese Zodiac legend, the order of the 12 animals was determined by… A) Race B) Tug-a-war C) Voting by the people D) Voting among the animals
A) Race
What is the traditional gift for children during Chinese New Year? A) Book B) Candy C) Toy D) Red packet
D) Red packet
What is another name for Chinese New Year? A) Moon Festival B) Sun festival C) Spring festival D) Winter festival
C) Spring festival
