The Chinese Zodiac and Lunar Calendar: A Journey Through Time and Mythology

The video tutorial explains the differences between the Gregorian and Chinese lunar calendars, highlighting the solar basis of the Gregorian calendar and the lunar basis of the Chinese calendar. It introduces the Chinese Zodiac, detailing the 12 animals and their associated personality traits. The legend of the Zodiac's order is recounted, involving a race organized by the Jade Emperor. The tutorial concludes with review questions to reinforce learning.

What is the basis of the Gregorian calendar?

• The cycle of the tides

• The alignment of planets

• The position of the sun relative to stars

• The phases of the moon

Which calendar is used in China for traditional holidays?

• Lunar calendar

• Gregorian calendar

• Solar calendar

• Julian calendar

How many animals are there in the Chinese Zodiac?

• 12

• 10

• 11

• 13

Which animal is believed to have strong leadership qualities in the Chinese Zodiac?

• Horse

• Dragon

• Tiger

• Rat

What event determined the order of the Chinese Zodiac animals?

• A singing competition

• A race

• A painting contest

• A chess game

Why did the Dragon not finish first in the Zodiac race?

• He was too slow

• He stopped to help villagers

• He was disqualified

• He got lost

When does a new month start in the Chinese lunar calendar?

• When the Earth aligns with the sun

• When there's a full moon

• When the moon aligns with the sun

• When the stars align