Who added the month of January to the calendar?
The Greeks
The Persians
The Italians
The Romans
In the United States some people eat Hopping John with Greens because they believe it will bring them
gifts
money
health
happiness
What is the diameter of the Times Square New Year's Eve ball?
10 feet
15 feet
23 feet
12 feet
What do Mexicans eat to celebrate New Year's Eve?
Oranges
Limes
Apples
Grapes
What is the most popular New Year's resolution?
To eat healthy
To save money
To exercise regularly
To stop eating out
What is the name of the music festival on New Year's Eve in Antarctica?
Southern Ice Festival
Rock and Ice
Ice Ball
Ice Stock
When did LED lights first appear on the Times Square New Year's Eve ball?
2010
2007
2008
2002
What should you avoid eating on New Year's Day if you are superstitious?
Clams
Mashed potatoes
Lobster
Steak
The highest box office sales for a movie shown on a New Year's Day was?
Planet of the Apes
The Greatest Showman
Avatar
Ocean's Twelve
What tradition is followed in the city of Hershey, PA, on New Year's Eve?
They throw chocolate to the crowd
They drop M&M's
They drop a giant kiss
They drop a giant candy bar
What did ancient Persians give as a New Year's gift?
Rocks
Eggs
Cats
Gold
Smashing a peppermint version of what animal is considered to be good luck in New York?
Rat
Cat
Pig
Bird
Who sponsored the first-ever Times Square New Year's party?
The Sun
The Wall Street Journal
The New York Post
The New York Times
What dates do the Japanese celebrate their New Year in January?
They celebrate Lunar New Year
From January 1 to January 7
From January 1 to January 4
From December 31 to January 4
How much confetti is dropped on Times Square on New Year's Eve?
Around 1 ton
Around 700 pounds
Around 400 pounds
Around 500 pounds
When was the first gathering held at Times Square for New Year's Eve?
In 1902
In 1931
In 1897
In 1904
Why do people eat black-eyed peas on New Year's Day?
Nobody knows why
For prosperity
For luck
For health
Which country follows a tradition of jumping from the chair right before midnight and smashing plates against their friend's doors?
Taiwan
Spain
Denmark
Germany
Which is the most traditional breakfast meal considered for New Year?
Sausage gravy and biscuits
Bacon, eggs and toast
Waffles and syrup
Pancakes, syrup and cream
Where does the New Year's Eve ball drop every year?
Chicago
Los Angeles
New York City
Miami
Which country celebrates the largest New Year's Eve?
The United States
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Australia
England
Which city in Europe celebrates the largest New Year's Eve?
Berlin
London
Rome
Paris
According to the Dutch, eating what on New Year's day brings good luck?
Toast
Donuts
Waffles
Pancakes
How many light bulbs were used to cover the Times Square New Year's Eve ball?
200
400
100
300
What percent of people make New Year resolutions?
40%
80%
10%
60%
In Spain, they believe luck is tied to the sweetness of
grapes
greens
fish
candy