Lunar New Year

Why do people eat dumplings during the Lunar New Year?

• to learn about the moon

• to scare off evil spirits

• to bring good luck

• to honor ancestors

Think about lions and how they act. Why do you think in Chinese culture that lions are considered lucky?

• because they scare children

• because they search for gold

• because they are community leaders

• because they are strong and powerful

In Korean culture, how do children show respect for their elders during the Lunar New Year?

• by playing games

• by bowing to them

• by eating rice cakes

• by giving them money

A dragon is a SYMBOL of power in many Asian cultures. What is a SYMBOL?

• something that scares evil spirits

• something that is given to children

• something that stands for an idea or belief

• something that shows respect for your elders

What do Lunar New Year celebrations across different cultures have in common?

• decorating trees with good luck charms

• lion and dragon dances and parades

• the importance of family

• washing and cutting hair

The solar calendar is based on Earth’s path around the Sun. What is the lunar calendar based on?

• the Earth's weather

• the Sun's temperature

• the planets' movements

• the Moon's phases

During Tết, why do people display photos of ancestors and leave out a plate of fruit?

• to bring good luck

• to show respect

• to scare off evil spirits

• to give away money

Why do you think that in many Lunar New Year celebrations around the world, elders give money to children?

• to pass on wealth and good fortune

• to remember past family members

• to pay children to do chores

• to teach how to save money

A THEME is an idea that is explored in writing, artwork, or even holidays. What is a theme that runs through many Lunar New Year celebrations?

• telling scary stories

• learning a new skill

• bringing good luck

• solving problems

In Chinese culture, dumplings are thought to be good luck because they look like pieces of gold. Why do you think noodles are thought to bring a long life?

• because they are smooth

• because they are chewy

• because they are long

• because they are soft