CEU Huat Huat Quiz

The following are things you must NOT DO during Chinese New Year. Which one is inaccurate?

• Don't use sharp knives or scissors.

• On the first day, you should not wash your hair.

• For ladies, don't hurry your husband out of bed.

• Don't sweep the floor

• Demand debt repayment - people cannot owe you money over Chinese New Year!

Which ONE of these foods eaten during Chinese New Year is inaccurately symbolised?

• Fish - An increase in prosperity

• Spring Rolls - For Wealth

• Glutinous Rice Cakes - For higher income or position

• Sweet Rice Balls - For Family togetherness

• Chinese Dumplings - For Youth

Which of the following is most widely accepted legend pertaining to the order of the Chinese zodiac?

• the largest animal was first, the smallest last

• the animals would race across a river, the first to win headed the cycle

• the animals are in order of the the gods' favorite to least favorite

• the animals go in order of creation, first created to last created

Why would a person in China most likely ask another person what their animal is?

• to find their exact age

• to see who should receive respect because they are older

• to see what type of pets they might own

• to buy them gifts for their year

What do you eat on 7th day of Chinese New Year?

• Pineapple Tarts

• Yu Sheng

• Dumplings

• Longevity Noodles

Why is Chinese New Year 15 days?

• According to Chinese tradition, Chinese view 15 as auspicious number for length of celebration.

• The 15th day marks the first full moon after the Spring Festival and of the New Year, also known as yuán xiāo jié meaning "first night of the full moon"

• In China, two weeks is sufficient for employees to rest for Chinese New Year Celebrations.

• The 16th day is the most auspicious day to start work.

Which is inaccurate of Red colour's significance in Chinese New Year?

• Symbolises "fire" - traditionally believed to prevent bad luck.

• Brings Good Fortune

• To symbolise Nian the beast

• Happiness

How many years has Chinese New Year been celebrated?

• 400 years

• 1000 years

• 2000 to 4000 years

• More than 4000 years

What is an old Chinese belief on Second day of the Chinese New Year?

• You cannot nag at your spouse, if not you will be in danger.

• It is the birthday of all dogs so people should be extra kind to all dogs on that day.

• You must do good deeds.

• You need to stay up past midnight so your loved ones will live longer.

According to beliefs, what is strongly discouraged on Chinese New Year's Day?

• Asking about PSLE results

• Buying 4D

• Asking someone's occupation

• Talking about the past