Culture
This major holiday celebrated in the spring is known for red envelopes, fireworks, and family reunions.
Chinese New Year
These are small, stuffed pieces of dough often eaten during Chinese New Year for good luck.
Dumplings
This wall, built over several dynasties, was constructed to protect China from northern invasions.
The Great Wall of China
口
kou3 (mouth)
This is the capital of China
Beijing
This color symbolizes good luck, happiness, and prosperity
Red
This drink, often green or jasmine, is the most common beverage in China.
Tea
This famous trade route connected China to Europe and facilitated the exchange of goods and culture.
Silk Road
爱
ai4 (love)
This animal, native to China, is a national symbol known for its black-and-white fur.
panda
This philosophy, founded by Confucius, emphasizes respect, family, and social harmony.
What is Confucianism?
This province's cuisine is known for its spiciness and bold flavors
Sichuan
This famous philosopher taught ideas about respect and proper behavior in society.
Confucius
信
xin4 (to trust/to believe)
This animal is first in the zodiac cycle
Rat
This belief involves arranging buildings and spaces to promote harmony and good energy flow.
Feng Shui
This dining style involves cooking food in a simmering pot of broth at the table.
This dynasty is known for the Terracotta Army and the unification of China under its first emperor.
Qin Dynasty
懂
dong3 (to understand)
This concept refers to the balance of opposing forces, often symbolized by a black-and-white circle.
Yin and Yang
This concept describes filial respect and duty toward one’s parents and elders.
filial piety
This famous Chinese dish features roasted duck with crispy skin, often served with pancakes and hoisin sauce.
These wars in the 19th century were fought between China and Western powers over trade and a certain substance.
Opium Wars
森
sen1 (forest)
This major river, also called the Chang Jiang, is the longest river in Asia.
Yangtze River