Lunar New Year

Which of the following are names for the same holiday?

• Chinese New Year

• Spring Festival

• Lunar New Year

• Harvest Season

How many different animals are in the Chinese zodiac?

• 10

• 12

• 13

• 15

Before the new year, why do Chinese clean themselves and their homes?

• Because everything is dirty.

• They have to clean if they want to celebrate.

• It symbolizing washing away anything bad from last year and starting fresh.

Who is Nian?

• The master of ceremonies

• A monster who scares people

• A Chinese god

• An animal who brings gifts

What 3 things was Nian afraid of?

• ghosts

• firecrackers

• the color red

• bright lights of lanterns

According to the Chinese, what does the color red symbolize?

• Fire

• Good luck

• Love

• Anger

How long do the Lunar New Year celebrations last?

• 1 day

• 1 week

• 15 days

• all year

Why do Chinese eat dumplings for Lunar New Year?

• Because it tastes good.

• It's the most popular food in China.

• In hope that it will bring wealth and prosperity.

• For good luck.

What is in the hongbao (red envelopes) that Chinese children receive?

• candy

• firecrackers

• money

• fortunes

What happens on the fifteenth night? Check all that apply.

• They clean up.

• There is a full moon.

• They celebrate the Lantern Festival.

• There are parades.