Vietnamese Tet holiday - Tết Nguyên Đán

What are some traditional customs and rituals associated with Tết Nguyên Đán?

• Playing video games and watching TV all day

• Going to work and ignoring family gatherings

• Eating pizza and hamburgers instead of traditional foods

• Some traditional customs and rituals associated with Tết Nguyên Đán include cleaning and decorating homes, visiting family and friends, giving lucky money to children, and preparing special foods.

Name three traditional foods and dishes commonly eaten during Tết Nguyên Đán.

• Pizza, Hamburger, French fries

• Bánh chưng, Bánh tét, Mứt

• Pho, Spring rolls, Sushi

• Taco, Burrito, Enchiladas

What are some common decorations and symbols used during Tết Nguyên Đán?

• Christmas trees, Easter eggs, and Halloween pumpkins

• Peach blossoms, kumquat trees, and traditional Vietnamese calligraphy

• Valentine's Day hearts, Thanksgiving turkeys, and St. Patrick's Day shamrocks

• Chinese New Year dragons, Japanese cherry blossoms, and Indian Diwali lanterns

What is the history and origins of Tết Nguyên Đán?

• Tết Nguyên Đán has its origins in the ancient agrarian civilization in Vietnam, with influences from Chinese culture and traditions.

• Tết Nguyên Đán has its origins in South American culture

• Tết Nguyên Đán was created by a famous artist in the 20th century

• Tết Nguyên Đán originated from the Roman Empire

How do modern celebrations and activities differ from traditional Tết Nguyên Đán?

• Modern celebrations may include more commercialized and modernized elements, such as fireworks, concerts, and public events, while traditional Tết Nguyên Đán focuses more on family gatherings, ancestral worship, and traditional customs.

• Modern celebrations prioritize family gatherings and traditional customs

• Traditional Tết Nguyên Đán includes fireworks and public events

• Modern celebrations focus on traditional customs and ancestral worship

What is the significance of the color red during Tết Nguyên Đán?

• To symbolize sadness and mourning

• To represent peace and tranquility

• To signify danger and warning

• To symbolize good luck, happiness, and prosperity

What are some common myths associated with Tết Nguyên Đán?

• Eating chicken on the first day of Tết brings bad luck

• Wearing red clothing on Tết is considered unlucky

• Sweeping the house on the first day of the new year will sweep away good luck, and wearing black or white clothing is bad luck.

• Opening windows and doors on Tết will let good luck escape

What are some traditional activities that take place during Tết Nguyên Đán?

• Family gatherings, ancestor worship, giving lucky money, and preparing special foods

• Playing soccer

• Watching fireworks

• Going to the beach

How do families typically prepare for Tết Nguyên Đán?

• Hosting a large party with friends

• Cleaning, decorating, cooking traditional foods, and visiting relatives

• Going on vacation to a different country

• Ignoring the holiday completely

What is the role of ancestor worship during Tết Nguyên Đán?

• Ancestor worship involves wearing traditional clothing and dancing in the streets

• Ancestor worship is a way to celebrate the new year with fireworks and parades

• Ancestor worship is a way to pay respect to ancestors by offering food, incense, and prayers at the family altar.

• Ancestor worship is a practice of giving gifts to friends and family members