Customs in Singapore

The Chinese give this to unmarried people and the elderly during their New Year.

• Oranges

• Pineapple Tarts

• Red Packets

• Mooncake

Firecrackers were traditionally set off during Chinese New Year to scare away

• Birds

• Little Children

• Naughty Children

• Evil

The following are all animals of the Chinese zodiac except for

• Crocodile

• Pig

• Rat

• Dragon

Oranges are usually exchanged during Chinese New Year as they symbolise

• Long Life

• Money

• Sweetness

• Good luck

The Chinese believe that one should not do the following during the first day of Chinese New Year

• Sweep the floor

• Wear red

• Give oranges

• Eat with the family

Chinese families usually have a meal together before the new year. This is called

• Refreshing Dinner

• Reunion Dinner

• Delicious Dinner

• Retired Dinner

During the fasting month, Muslims fast

• From sunset to sunrise

• for 24 hours

• for 50 days

• From sunrise to sunset

The following are traditional food usually served during Hari Raya except for

• Lontong

• Pineapple Tarts

• Rendang

• Chili crabs

The following are common during Malay weddings except for

• Henna or berinai ceremony

• Beating of the kompang or drums

• Exchanging of gifts among guests

• Akad Nikah or solemnisation ceremony

Indians usually celebrate Deepavali or Diwali, which is also known as

• The Festival of Colours

• The Festival of Lights

• The Festival of Joy

• The Festival of Love