New Year Trivia!

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What is the meaning of the traditional song 'Auld Lang Syne'?

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It's a Scottish song that means 'Times Gone By', often sung to bid farewell to the old year.

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What was a popular New Year's resolution in the past?

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Returning farm equipment was once a common New Year's resolution.

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What is a common New Year's tradition in Japan?

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Eating soba noodles is a traditional way to celebrate the New Year in Japan.

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January is named after which Roman god?

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January is named after Janus, the two-faced Roman god of beginnings and transitions.

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What do people in Spain traditionally eat at midnight on New Year's Eve?

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In Spain, it is traditional to eat 12 grapes at midnight to welcome the New Year.

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What is the significance of the 12 grapes eaten in Spain on New Year's Eve?

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Each grape represents good luck for each month of the coming year.

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What does the name 'Janus' symbolize in Roman mythology?

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Janus symbolizes beginnings, transitions, and duality, often depicted with two faces.

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What is the cultural significance of 'Auld Lang Syne' during New Year celebrations?

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It reflects nostalgia and the importance of remembering friends and times gone by.

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What is a common New Year's tradition in many cultures?

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Many cultures celebrate with fireworks to mark the beginning of the New Year.

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What is the origin of the New Year's resolution tradition?

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The tradition dates back to ancient Babylon, where people made promises to their gods.

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