Zodiac Animals
Which animal is first in the Chinese zodiac?
Rat
What color symbolizes luck and happiness during Lunar New Year?
Red
What food symbolizes wealth because it looks like ancient gold ingots?
Dumplings
Chinese New Year is based on which type of calendar?
Lunar Calendar
True or False — Different countries celebrate with different foods and traditions.
True
How many animals are in the zodiac cycle?
12
What are small red envelopes with money called?
Red envelopes (Hongbao / Lai See)
Long noodles represent what?
Long life
About how long do Lunar New Year celebrations last?
15 days
Name one country besides China that celebrates Lunar New Year.
Korea, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, etc.
Which zodiac animal is often associated with power and good fortune?
Dragon
Why are fireworks traditionally used?
To scare away evil spirits / bad luck
Fish is eaten because it symbolizes what
Abundance / prosperity
What festival marks the end of Lunar New Year celebrations?
Lantern festival
What is Lunar New Year called in Korea?
Seollal
The zodiac cycle repeats every how many years?
12 years
What decoration is commonly hung to bring good luck and blessings?
Lanterns or spring couplets
Why are oranges or tangerines popular during the holiday?
They symbolize luck and wealth
Which mythical creature is said to be scared away by loud noises and red decorations?
Nian
What is Lunar New Year called in Vietnam?
Tết
True or False — Your zodiac is based on your birth month.
False
What is the main focus of Lunar New Year celebrations?
Family Reunion
True or False — Cutting noodles is considered unlucky.
True
True or False — Lunar New Year is only celebrated in China
False
Which country often gives money in white envelopes instead of red?
Korea