Chinese New Year Magazine

What is the purpose of Chinese New Year celebrations?

• To welcome winter season

• To celebrate Halloween

• To honor historical figures

• To bring in the good of the new year and get rid of the bad from the old one

What is the importance of dragons in Chinese New Year festivities?

• Symbol of mystery and magic

• Symbol of sadness and despair

• Symbol of bad luck and danger

• Symbol of good luck, health, and power

Which city hosts the CNY Firecracker Ceremony and Cultural Festival?

• Singapore

• Vancouver

• New York City

• Los Angeles

What is the purpose of the firecrackers in the Chinese New Year Firecracker Ceremony?

• To entertain children

• To create a beautiful display of lights

• To scare off all the evil spirits of the past year

• To mark the beginning of spring

What do dragon dances symbolize in Chinese New Year celebrations?

• Chase away evil spirits and bring in good luck

• Bring in bad luck and misfortune

• Celebrate the harvest season

• Honor ancestors

Where can you see a 175-foot dragon dance during Chinese New Year celebrations?

• Singapore

• Los Angeles

• New York City

• Manchester Dragon Parade

What is the main purpose of dragon dances in Chinese New Year celebrations?

• Promote environmental awareness

• Showcase cultural diversity

• Entertain the audience

• Chase away evil spirits and bring in good luck

What is the common theme of Chinese New Year celebrations around the world?

• To enjoy big meals with special food and have big celebrations

• To ignore the holiday completely

• To mourn the passing year

• To stay indoors and avoid festivities

What is the purpose of the CNY parades in LA, Singapore, and Vancouver?

• Protest against cultural traditions

• Celebrate the new year and excite people

• Promote a healthy lifestyle

• Educate the public about history

What is the importance of the Year of the Dragon in Chinese culture?

• Symbol of chaos and destruction

• Symbol of peace and tranquility

• Symbol of bad luck and misfortune

• Symbol of good luck, power, and health