IFD2021 - Vietnam’s Language, Festivals and Costumes

Which of the following is the Vietnamese greeting for ‘good morning’?

• Chao buoi sang

• Chao buoi chieu

• Chao buoi toi

Xin Chao can be used to say hello and goodbye in Vietnamese.

• True

• False

What is the gesture that Vietnamese people make when saying ‘hello’?

• Waving of hands

• Make a ‘v’ shape with two fingers

• Bowing to each other

• Giving each other a high five

The Vietnamese community keep their shoes on when entering the house.

• True

• False

Which gestures do younger Vietnamese do when they meet the elderly Vietnamese people?

• Bend their knees and kneel down

• Avoid eye contact with the elderly

• Bow their heads

• Shake their hands

What is the name of the traditional Vietnamese outfit worn by Vietnamese ladies?

• Ao Tai

• Ao Dai

• Ao Tan

• Ao Yai

During the Tet Nguyen Dan festival, what are some rituals and practices that are carried out?

• Visiting family and relatives

• Thank the Gods for the arrival of spring

• Pay respects to ancestors

• Fireworks display

When is the Hue Festival held?

• Between 1-6 December

• Between 1-6 March

• Between 1-6 June

• Between 1-6 April

During the Hoi An Festival, the Vietnamese people release lanterns into the rivers. What is the significance behind this practice?

• To thank the Gods

• To bring good fortune, good health and happiness

• To entertain the people

During the Perfume Festival, pilgrims visit the Perfume Pagoda to pray for a prosperous new year.

• True

• False