Chinese New Year Cultural Quiz

Which animal is NOT part of the Chinese zodiac?

• Cat

• Dragon

• Horse

• Rabbit

What is a traditional food eaten during Chinese New Year for good wealth?

• Spring rolls

• Dumplings

• Fish

• Sweet Sticky Rice Balls

Which activity is commonly performed on Chinese New Year to scare away the beast Nian and evil spirits?

• Singing

• Dancing

• Setting off Fireworks

• Watching New Year Gala

What food is most commonly served for Lantern Festival?

• Whole Fish

• Dumplings

• Sweet Sticky Rice Balls

• Noodles

During Chinese New Year, which of the following is NOT a traditional festival activity?

• Giving red envelopes

• Putting up Fu 福 decorations and red couplets on the door

• Watching Spring Festival Gala

• Having a family reunion dinner

What phrases are commonly used to wish someone a Happy Chinese New Year?

• xin nian hao

• sheng dan kuai le

• Xīn nián kuài lè

• yuan xiao kuai le

Which of the following is a reason why fish is eaten during Chinese New Year?

• It symbolizes wealth.

• It represents long life.

• It is easy to cook.

• It signifies plentifulness and prosperity.

How many days does Chinese New Year celebration last?

• 12

• 1

• 7

• 15

What do people in China call Chinese New Year?

• yuan xiao jie

• chun jie

• sheng dan jie

• chu xi

When is Lantern Festival?

• The 15th day of the first lunar month

• Jan,15

• First Day of Chinese New Year

• Jan, 1