General
How many animals are in the Chinese zodiac cycle?
12
Which food is often eaten to symbolize longevity?
Noodles
What animal represents the Lunar New Year in 2026
Why is to traditional to clean the house before the New Year?
Sweeping way bad luck/uncleanliness from the previous year
Which U.S. city is famous for hosting the oldest and largest Lunar New Year parade outside of Asia?
San Francisco
Another name for the Lunar New Year
The Spring Festival
What do dumplings symbolize?
Wealth (as they resemble ancient Chinese currency)
What animal represented the Lunar New Year in 2025
What is the name of the red envelopes filled with money?
Hongbao (Mandarin) or Lai See (Cantonese)
Which Pixar short film features a mother making dumplings for Lunar New Year?
Bao
What color is considered lucky and used to decorate?
Red
Which two fruits are commonly displayed for prosperity and good luck?
Orange and tangerines
According to legend, how was the order of the 12 zodiac animals decided?
Through a Great Race
What is the purpose of setting off fireworks and firecrackers?
To scare away evil spirits and the Nian monster
The heavenly emperor who rules over the Lunar New Year is named after which gemstone?
Jade
How long do Lunar New Year celebrations typically last?
15 days, ending with the Lantern Festival
What is an important dish served at the reunion dinner symbolizing unity?
Braised pork
Which animal is considered the only mythical creature in the Zodiac?
Dragon
During the New Year celebrations, what should you avoid doing according to tradition?
Using sharp objects, which could cut off luck
Seollal is the name for Lunar New Year in what language?
Korean
What is the name of the mythical monster that appears on the New Year's Eve?
Nian
What type of cake symbolizes progress and rebirth in the New Year?
Steamed sponge cake (Mao Gao)
What is considered an unlucky number during New Year celebrations?
Four
Which US state is the first - and only state, so far- to give all public school students a day off for Lunar New Year (when it lands on a weekday)?
New York