Chinese New Year Foods
Which food symbolises( shows) wealth?
b) eggrolls or dumplings
---Dumplings mean 'wealth', due to their traditional gold/silver ingot shape.
Brave like a _____________.
a) dragon
-Gold dragons are strong believers in the rule of order and the greater good.
Is bacteria an unicellular or multicellular organism?
Unicellular
What does Nian's name mean?
Year
What can't you cut on New Years Day?
a) nails
b) hair
b) your hair
The first character in the Chinese word for prosper is the same as the Chinese character for hair. This means that washing or cutting it off is regarded as washing your fortune away, reducing your chances of prosperity and good fortune in the coming year.
What kind of fruits do people eat at Chinese New Year?
b) Oranges
-The Chinese words for “orange” and “tangerine” closely resemble the words for “luck” and “wealth.” The gold color of these fruits also symbolizes prosperity.
Strong like an _____________.
b) ox
- People born in the Year of the Ox are strong, reliable, fair and conscientious, inspiring confidence in others.
What is the function of the mitochondria?
Power house of the cell! Gives energy
What animal won the race first?
Rat
How long in Lunar new year?
15 days
What do you eat rice balls for?
b) unity
-Glutinous rice balls tang yuan is the traditional treat eaten to celebrate the Lantern Festival -- the culminating day of the Lunar New Year . It represents harmony and togetherness because their name sounds like the word “reunion” in Chinese and its round shape symbolizes unity.
As smart as a ____________.
b) Monkey
Name one sub-organelle that is not shared by plant and animal cells
Cell wall, Chloroplast, lysosomes, animal has more vacuoles.
What three things is Nian afraid of?
Red, loud noises, Fire
What chore shouldn't you do during the New Year?
b)sweep
-Some believe those who sweep during Lunar New Year celebrations are likelier to sweep their luck away.
Which food do you eat for longevity (long life)?
a) noodles
--Longevity noodles are commonly served during Chinese New Year because they represent the wish for a long life. The noodles are never cut or broken by the cook. The whole noodle should be eaten (without cutting it) or- legend has it- you might cut your life short!
As loyal as a _________.
a) dog
-Loyal, faithful, and true, people born in the Year of the Dog make the best of friends. As such, they often inspire confidence in others and are always willing to help those in need.
What are the 3 components of the cell theory?
Cells are the basic unit of life
Cells are the small unit of living life
Cells come from other cells
What 2 colors bring good fortune and luck? (need to give both colours
b) Red and gold
-In Chinese culture, red symbolizes fire, good fortune, and joy. It is the color of happiness, used strictly for celebrations. Unsurprisingly, gold symbolizes wealth and prosperity.
Day 15 is known as the what/ what happens on this day
Lantern festival
What does Shrimp stand for?
b) Happiness
As honest as a _____________.
b) horse
-The horse is the seventh sign in the Chinese zodiac and people born in the year of the horse is a natural leader and is admired by many for his brilliant wit and honesty.
Spell
Eukaryotic
What do many people give their children for Chinese New Year's
a) Red envelopes are a symbol of good luck. In Chinese culture, red is associated with energy, happiness and good luck.
What colour shouldn't you wear on New Year's Day?
-Do not wear white or black clothes, as these two colors are traditionally associated with mourning.