Tet Holiday Vocabulary and Ideas

What is the Vietnamese New Year called?

• Chuseok

• Tet

• Diwali

• Lunar New Year

Which flower is commonly associated with Tet?

• Lotus flower

• Sunflower

• Peach blossom and yellow apricot blossom

• Daisy

What do people often give to children during Tet?

• Lucky money in red envelopes

• New clothes for the family

• Traditional cakes

• Toys in colorful bags

What is a traditional Tet food?

• Spring Rolls

• Banh Chung

• Pho

• Banh Mi

What does 'Banh Chung' represent during Tet?

• Banh Chung represents the sky and the heavens during Tet.

• Banh Chung symbolizes wealth and prosperity during Tet.

• Banh Chung is a dessert served only at weddings.

• Banh Chung represents the Earth and gratitude to ancestors during Tet.

What is the significance of cleaning the house before Tet?

• Cleaning is only for aesthetic purposes.

• Cleaning is done to prepare for a feast.

• It is a tradition to impress guests.

• Cleaning the house before Tet signifies the removal of bad luck and the welcoming of good fortune.

What do families usually do on the first day of Tet?

• Families spend the day cleaning the house.

• Families visit friends in other cities.

• Families usually gather to honor ancestors and celebrate together.

• Families go shopping for new clothes.

What is a common Tet decoration?

• Peach blossom (hoa dao) or yellow apricot blossom (hoa mai)

• Lunar New Year cake (bánh chưng)

• Red envelopes (lì xì)

• Firecrackers (pháo)

What does the red color symbolize during Tet?

• Wealth and prosperity

• Sadness and loss

• Good luck and happiness

• Peace and tranquility

What is the main purpose of Tet holiday?

• To celebrate the arrival of spring

• The main purpose of Tet holiday is to celebrate the Lunar New Year and honor ancestors.

• To commemorate the harvest season

• To mark the end of the rainy season