Wise-Woden Presentation

Why is the legend of Nian important?

• It helped people learn about dragons.

• It helped shape the customs and tradition of Chinese New Year.

• It helped people appreciate the color red.

• It shaped the creation of the Loch Ness Monster.

What three animals does Nian have features of

• lion, serpent, dog

• lion, whale, ox

• lion, unicorn, and an ox

• unicorn, lion, dog

Where does Nian live?

• bottom of the sea

• in the mountains

• under a bridge

• in the valley

What did the villagers do in preparation for Nian coming (the legend)?

• fled to the sea

• grabbed their weapons to fight Nian

• locked their houses and ran to the valley

• locked their livestock gates and fled to the mountains

What did the old man do to ward off Nian?

• stabbed Nian and ripped off his horn

• did a commemorative dance

• blasted firecrackers and wore red

• told the dragon to go away

What are the three secret "weapons" needed to ward off Nian?

• red items

• gold coins

• bright lights

• firecrackers