Chinese New Year Trivia

Why we celebrate Chinese New Year

• Removing the bad and the old, and welcoming the new and the good

• To mark the beginning of spring and the end of winter

• To honor ancestors and deities, seeking blessings for the upcoming year.

• Uphold and pass on cultural traditions and values to future generations.

"During Chinese New Year celebrations, it is traditional to clean the house to sweep away any bad luck.

• True

• False

What animal represents the Chinese zodiac for the year 2024?

• Rabbit

• Tiger

• Snake

• Dragon

What is the traditional name for the last day of Chinese New Year celebrations?

• Lantern Festival

• Spring Festival

• Dragon Boat Festival

Which traditional Chinese New Year dish symbolizes prosperity and wealth?

• Dumplings

• Fish

• Noodles

• Spring rolls

What is the traditional name of the Chinese New Year festival?

• Chunjie

• Zhongqiujie

• Qingmingjie

• Duanwujie

Which mythical creature is associated with the origin story of the Chinese New Year celebrations?

• Dragon

• Phoenix

• Nian

• Qilin

Which Chinese emperor is credited with first adopting the lunar calendar for marking the start of the Chinese New Year?

• Emperor Wu of Han

• Emperor Qin Shi Huang

• Emperor Taizong of Tang

• Emperor Kangxi of Qing

In the Chinese zodiac cycle, which animal follows the Year of the Dragon?

• Horse

• Snake

• Rabbit

• Sheep

What is the traditional dessert often served during Chinese New Year, symbolizing togetherness and unity?

• Tangyuan

• Mooncake

• Rice pudding

• Red bean cake