春节知识竞赛

What is the Chinese zodiac animal for the year 2024?

• Tiger

• Snake

• Dragon

• Rabbit

What are some traditional Chinese New Year foods and their significance?

• Dumplings, fish, spring rolls, and nian gao with their respective significance

• Pizza, spaghetti, and tacos with no significance

• Hamburgers, hot dogs, and french fries with no significance

• Sushi, tempura, and ramen with no significance

What is the history behind Chinese New Year?

• Chinese New Year is a religious holiday that is only observed by a small portion of the Chinese population.

• 春节有着3500多年的历史，是一个家庭团聚、祭祖和欢迎新年的时刻。庆祝活动包括舞龙、烟花和发红包等传统。

• Chinese New Year has only been celebrated for a few decades and is not rooted in ancient traditions.

• The history of Chinese New Year dates back to the 19th century and was influenced by Western cultures.

What are some customs and traditions associated with Chinese New Year?

• Reunion dinner and giving red envelopes with money

• Wearing green and blue clothing

• Playing loud music and setting off fireworks

• Exchanging gifts of chocolate

What are some common Chinese New Year decorations and their meanings?

• Firecrackers, koi fish, and the color pink

• Blue lanterns, horseshoes, and the color green

• Dragon statues, fireworks, and the color yellow

• Red lanterns, couplets, paper cuttings, and the color red

Why is the color red significant in Chinese New Year?

• It has no significance in Chinese culture.

• It is the color of evil and misfortune.

• It symbolizes good luck and prosperity.

• It represents sadness and mourning.

What are some taboos to avoid during Chinese New Year?

• Eating meat, wearing hats, and using the color red

• Wearing black or white, using sharp objects, and talking about death or illness

• Sweeping the floors and getting haircuts

• Sweeping the floor, giving gifts, and wearing new clothes

Can you name some Chinese characters associated with New Year and their meanings?

• 年 (nián) - meaning 'old age'

• 春 (chūn) - meaning 'winter'

• 福 (fú) - meaning 'bad luck'

• 福 (fú) - meaning 'good fortune' and 春 (chūn) - meaning 'spring'

What is the significance of the Spring Festival in Chinese culture?

• It marks the end of the harvest season

• It is a time for people to move to new houses

• It symbolizes the beginning of a new year and brings family together for reunion and celebration.

• It is a festival to honor the ancient Chinese warriors

How do people celebrate the Spring Festival in modern times?

• People send digital 红包 and enjoy good food with family and friends.

• People celebrate Spring Festival by going on a skiing trip in the mountains.

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

• People celebrate Spring Festival by participating in a marathon race.