Understanding the Dragon Boat Festival

What is the Dragon Boat Festival also known as in English?

• Mid-Autumn Festival

• Duan Wu Festival

• Qingming Festival

• Chinese New Year

When does the Dragon Boat Festival typically occur?

• March or April

• May or June

• January or February

• September or October

Who was Qu Yuan?

• A mythical dragon

• A Chinese emperor

• A famous poet and advisor

• A legendary warrior

Why did Qu Yuan drown himself in the river?

• He was banished and saddened by his country's downfall

• He was escaping his enemies

• He fell accidentally

• He was performing a ritual

What are zongzi?

• Decorative boats

• Rice balls eaten during the festival

• A type of dragon

• Traditional clothing

What is the primary reason for the dragon boat races?

• To celebrate Chinese New Year

• To find Qu Yuan's body

• For entertainment purposes only

• To honor the poet Qu Yuan

What led to the creation of dragon boat races?

• A royal decree

• A battle victory

• The search for Qu Yuan's body

• An ancient sporting tradition

What are the main ingredients wrapped in bamboo leaves to make zongzi?

• Noodles and vegetables

• Meat, mushrooms, and sticky rice

• Fruits and nuts

• Fish and rice

What do children typically carry during the festival to ward off insects?

• Fireworks

• Zongzi

• Lanterns

• Xiangbao

What are the key values reminded by Qu Yuan's story during the festival?

• Health and longevity

• Patriotism, loyalty, and honor

• Strength and victory

• Wealth and prosperity