Chinese New Year Quiz

How many signs are there in the Chinese calendar?

• 12

• 13

• 17

• 10

Why do the Chinese play the firecrackers on CNY?

• Because they look pretty

• Because they scare away the legendary dragon

• Because they are very fun to play with

• No. They do not play the firecrackers on CNY

According to Chinese customs on New Year’s Day you are not suppose to ?

• Eat anything

• Leave Home

• Sweep the house

• Cook at home

According to tradition and legends why is the lion dance performed?

• Welcome the year’s animal

• Support for the Emperor

• to drive away evil spirits and monster like the mythical beast Nian

• A.for prosperity

What color symbolizes fire, which according to legend, can drive away bad luck and evil spirits?

• Yellow

• Red

• Pink

• Orange

What fruit, representing luck and prosperity, is traditionally the most popular to hand out for the Chinese New Year?

• Pineapple

• Papaya

• Star Fruit

• Tangerines

Chinese New Year's celebrations traditionally start at the beginning of the month and end on what day?

• 15th

• 8th

• 25th

• 18th

During Chinese New Year celebrations, what do Chinese people often paint with birds, animals, flowers, zodiac signs, hang in temples, and carry to an evening parade under the light of the full moon?

• Bamboo sticks

• Baskets

• Masks

• Lanterns

What is the celebration on the last day of Chinese New Year?

• Mooncake Festival

• Dumping Festival

• Lantern Festival

• Chap Goh Meh

Which of the following is not a trait of the rat?

• Charming

• Practical

• Patient

• Hardworking