TYA Lunar New Year Quiz

What day is Lunar New Year this year?

• Saturday,

  21 January 2023

• Sunday,

  22 January 2023

• Monday,

  23 January 2023

• Tuesday

  24 January, 2023

In which country is the Lunar New Year not celebrated widely?

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Roughly, how much of the world's population celebrate the Lunar New Year?

• 1/3

• 1/4

• 1/5

• 1/6

According to folklore, what was the sequence of the Zodiac animals decided by?

• A race determined by who could cross a river first

• How helpful each animal was to mankind

• The number of teeth each animal has

• The gifts they brought to the Jade King

Which animal in the Chinese Zodiac will represent 2023?

• Ox

• Rabbit

• Scorpio

• Dragon

For the Chinese, which of the following is considered

BAD LUCK to do on New Year's?

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When visiting people's houses during

the Lunar New Year, what is considered

GOOD LUCK to give to the host?

• A Red Packet

• Pineapple Tarts

• Mandarin Oranges

• A firm handshake

In East and South-East Asia, how many days is the

Lunar New Year celebrated for?

• A. 3 days

• B. 12 days

• C. 7 days

• D. 15 days

What is the Korean Lunar New Year called?

• Chu Seok

• Seollal

• Samgyeop

• Busan

What is the significance of fireworks/firecrackers on the Lunar New Year?

• Imported tradition from Western culture

• Celebration of wealth from taxpayers

• To improve air quality

• Scare demons and spirits away