Mid Autumn Festival

What is the Mid Autumn Festival?

• The Mid Autumn Festival is a traditional Japanese festival celebrated on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar.

• The Mid Autumn Festival is a traditional Chinese festival celebrated on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar.

• The Mid Autumn Festival is a modern festival created in the 21st century.

• The Mid Autumn Festival is a religious festival celebrated by Christians.

Which country celebrates the Mid Autumn Festival?

• Japan

• Thailand

• South Korea

• China

What is the significance of the moon during the Mid Autumn Festival?

• Represents the end of the harvest season.

• Signifies the start of winter.

• Represents good luck and prosperity.

• Symbolizes reunion and represents the harvest season.

When is the Mid Autumn Festival usually celebrated?

• 1st day of the 1st month of the lunar calendar.

• 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar

• 30th day of the 6th month of the lunar calendar.

• 25th day of the 12th month of the lunar calendar.

What are some traditional foods eaten during the Mid Autumn Festival?

• sushi

• pizza

• mooncakes, pomelos, and taro

• dumplings

What is the legend behind the Mid Autumn Festival?

• The legend behind the Mid Autumn Festival is the story of a dragon that swallowed the moon.

• The legend behind the Mid Autumn Festival is the story of a rabbit on the moon.

• The legend behind the Mid Autumn Festival is the story of Chang'e, the Moon Goddess.

• The legend behind the Mid Autumn Festival is the story of Houyi, the Archer.

What are some traditional activities during the Mid Autumn Festival?

• Fireworks display, dragon boat racing, and lion dance.

• Picnicking, kite flying, and tea ceremony.

• Calligraphy writing, paper cutting, and storytelling.

• Moon gazing, lantern making, and eating mooncakes.

What are some common decorations used during the Mid Autumn Festival?

• fireworks, dragon dances, and red envelopes.

• candles, incense, and lotus flowers.

• paper cuttings, tea, and lion dances.

• lanterns, mooncakes, and pomelos

What are some other names for the Mid Autumn Festival?

• Moon Festival, Mooncake Festival

• Zhongqiu Festival

• Harvest Moon Festival

• Lantern Festival

How do people celebrate the Mid Autumn Festival?

• People celebrate the Mid Autumn Festival by gathering with family and friends, eating mooncakes, lighting lanterns, and watching the full moon.

• People celebrate the Mid Autumn Festival by playing video games and watching TV.

• People celebrate the Mid Autumn Festival by going to the beach and having a barbecue.

• People celebrate the Mid Autumn Festival by going to work and ignoring the holiday.