Lunar New Year

What is the Chinese zodiac sign for the 2023 Lunar New Year?

• Monkey

• Rabbit

• Dog

• Tiger

Why does the date of the Lunar New Year change every year?

• Because it is chosen by the government

• Because of the sun calendar which is based on the movement of the sun

• Because the moon looks different everyday of the month.

• Because it follows the lunar calendar which is based on the movement of the moon

There is a big celebration that takes place 15 days after the Lunar New Year. What is it?

• Lantern Festival

• Dragon Festival

• Lunar Celebration

• New Year Celebration

What do people do to celebrate Lunar New Year?

• Wear traditional clothing

• Gather as a family

• Send lucky money to younger people in a red envelope

• All the above

What of these acts is extremely important for preparing for the Lunar New Year in China?

• Cleaning every part of the house

• Making cookies

• Wear loose fitting clothes for dancing

• Hanging up ornaments

What is typically made of silk, paper, and bamboo and is the highlight of the traditional lantern festival?

• Float

• Lantern

• Dragon

• Fan

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

• Yellow

• Red

• Blue

• Green

What do the lanterns represent?

• Prosperity and luck

• Scares off evil spirits

• Happiness and love

• Energy and hope

Which of these animals is not one of the zodiac signs?

• Snake

• Pig

• Cat

• Dog

What happens shortly before midnight on New Years Eve in Japan?

• Buddhist temples was their steps

• Buddhist temples light their candles

• Buddhists temples pray until New Year's Eve

• Buddhist temples ring their bells 108 times