CNY Zodiacs 1
Which animal represents the Chinese Zodiac for the year 2025?
Snake
How many animals are there in the Chinese Zodiac cycle?
12
What brings you surplus or abundance?
Fish
What traiditional colour is associated with CNY, symbolizing good luck and prosperity?
Red
According to Chinese mythology, what monster terrorized villagers and was scared away by the colour red and loud noises?
Nian
Who won Zodiac race?
Rat
Who lost Zodiac race?
Pig
What brings you luck and wealth?
Dumplings
What do you shop for?
Buy new clothes, gifts, food and snacks
What legendary creature is associated with the CNY and is said to bring good luck and prosperity?
Dragon
Which animal in the Chinese Zodiac is associated with wisdom and diligence.
Ox
People born in the Year of the Rat are believed to posses what positive trait?
Resourcefulness
What gives you a rich and prosperous new year?
Spring rolls
What is the significance of cleaning the house before CNY?
It is believed to sweep away bad luck and make room for good luck
According to legend, why do people light lanterns during the Lantern Festivals (Chap Goh Mei), which marks the end of the CNY celebrations?
To ward off evil spirits
Which Zodiac sign is the most caring one?
Goat
People born this this Zodiac are peace-loving, sweet and kind.
Rabbit
What brings you better income or higher status year after year?
Nian Gao (Sticky Rice Cake)
What activity is commonly performed on CNY's Eve to ward off evil spirits with loud noises?
Setting off firecrackers
In Chinese folklore, who is the Kitchen God, and what role does he play during the CNY?
The Kitchen God oversees the household and reports to the Jade Emperor. His image is often burned to send his annual report
Individual born in the Year of the Snake are thought to be good at what?
Keeping secret
The Year of the Rooster is said to bring good fortune to people in what profession?
Journalism
What brings you a long and healthy life?
Longevity Noodles
What is the significance of giving red envelopes (ang pao) during CNY?
It symbolizes good luck and is a way of sharing blessings
What mythical creature is part lion and part dragon and is often seen in lion dance performances during CNY?
Qilin