Lunar New Year
Why do people wear new clothes during Lunar New Year?
to start fresh and bring luck
In addition to red, What other colour is often seen on Lunar new year?
Gold
Is Lunar New Year based on the Sun or the Moon?
The Moon 🌝🌙 🌒
What do people often hang on their doors for good luck during Lunar New Year?
Red lanterns or couplets
Which shape are many New Year foods to symbolise being together with family?
circle or round
What holiday celebrates the New Year using the Moon calendar?
Lunar New Year
What do some people wear around their wrists or necks for protection and luck?
Red string or red bracelets
What activity do children love to do with fireworks on Lunar New Year?
light and set them off
What animal dance is done in parades?
Lion dance
What do people usually give to neighbours or fiends?
Food, fruits or sweets
In what two months does Lunar New Year usually happen?
January and February
What do people usually clean before Lunar New Year?
Their homes
How many animals are in the zodiac?
12
What colour envelopes hold money for children?
Red envelopes
Why do families eat long noodles during Lunar New Year?
To wish for a long life
paper animals or lucky symbols
Firecrackers
Which zodiac animal is the "king of all animals" in stories?
Dragon
Which round fruit is a symbol of good luck?
Oranges
What shape are dumplings sometimes made to look like for luck?
Gold ingots
How many days does the celebration usually last?
What does the dragon in dragon dances usually carry in its mouth?
a pearl
Rat
What is the name of the festival that ends Lunar New Year celebrations?
The Lantern Festival
Why do some families eat food shaped like gold or coins?
To wish for wealth and good luck