CNY Traditions
What colour are hongbao packets?
Red
Which fruit symbolises good luck and prosperity?
Mandarin Oranges
Which zodiac animal is associated with 2026?
Horse
What is the fifteenth day of CNY called?
Lantern Festival (元宵节)
What do married couples give children during CNY?
Money
What sweet, sticky cake is eaten during CNY?
Nian Gao
Which animal won the race to become the first zodiac animal?
Rat
What is the name of the monster said to appear in the legend behind Chinese New Year traditions?
Nian (年兽)
What do people do when visiting relatives during CNY?
Visit
What dish do families traditionally toss together during lo hei?
Yu Sheng
Which two zodiac animals immediately follow the Rabbit?
Dragon and Snake
What is the name of the Chinese lunar calendar's leap month?
闰月 (Rùn Yuè)
What do people paste on their doors for good luck?
Spring couplets
What type of meat is commonly used in bak kwa?
Pork
What is the order of the three zodiac animals immediately after the Ox?
Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon
Which dynasty is commonly associated with the widespread use of red paper couplets during Chinese New Year?
Ming dynasty
State three auspicious phrases
Any valid response
What does the dessert nian gao symbolise?
年年高 (Nián Nián Gāo)
Which zodiac animal is paired with the Earthly Branch Mao (卯)?
Rabbit
What is the traditional Chinese name for the first lunar month?
正月 (Zhēng Yuè)