New Year's Foods
What fruit is traditional eaten on New Year's Eve in Spain for good luck?
A. Grapes
B. Pears
C. Bananas
D. Apples
A. Grapes
In which country do people often celebrate New Year's by smashing plates on friends doorsteps?
A. Greece
B. Mexico
C. Denmark
D. Germany
C. Denmark
What is the common superstition about the first person to enter your home on New Year's Day?
A. You will marry them
B. They will bring good luck
C. They will bring bad luck
D. They will rob you
B. They should bring good luck, especially if they are tall and dark-haired
Which American city is famous for the NYE ball drop?
A. Austin
B. Los Angeles
C. New York City
D. New Orleans
C. New York City
What fruit is considered a symbol of wealth and prosperity in many cultures at New Year?
A. Apple
B. Pomegranate
C. Banana
D. Pear
B. Pomegranate
In the southern United States, which dish made from peas is eaten for prosperity?
A. Mashed peas
B. Pea soup
C. Black-eyed peas
D. Frozen peas
C. Black-eyed peas
In Scotland, what is the name of the tradition where people visit friends and neighbors after midnight, bringing gifts?
A. First Footing
B. Ding Dong Ditch
C. White Elephant
D. Potluck
A. First Footing
Many people believe eating what on New Year's Day will bring good luck?
A. Lentils
B. Grapes
C. Potatoes
D. Broccoli
A. Lentils
What country has a tradition of watching the "Hogmanay" fireworks display in Edinburgh?
A. London
B. Scotland
C. Ireland
D. Paris
B. Scotland
Which flower, often seen in New Year's decorations, symbolizes new beginnings?
A. Poinsettia
B. Tulip
C. Rose
D. Peony
A. Poinsettia
Which green vegetable, often served on New Year's Day, symbolizes money in many cultures?
A. Lettuce
B. Celery
C. Avocado
D. Collard greens
D. Collard greens
What is the traditional New Year's Eve celebration in Japan called?
A. Arigato
B. Katsu
C. Oshogatsu
D. Konichiwa
C. Oshogatsu
What type of animal is said to bring bad luck if it is the first animal you see on New Year's Day?
A. A white dog
B. A Black cat
C. A red bird
D. A pink elephant
B. A Black cat
In which country does the annual New Year's Day parade take place in London?
A. United Kingdom
B. United States
C. Mexico
D. Canada
A. United Kingdom
The "midnight kiss" is a common tradition in the U.S. to symbolize what?
A. Wealth
B. Good Luck
C. Love/Romance
D. Good fortune
What round pastry is eaten in some countries to symbolize the cycle of life?
A. Cake
B. Cupcakes
C. Donuts
D. Donut Holes
A. Cake
In Brazil, what color do people wear on New Year's Eve to bring good luck?
A. White
B. Red
C. Purple
D. Green
A. White
In some cultures, it's believed that what activity on New Year's Eve can chase away evil spirits?
A. Cleaning
B. Shopping
D. Exercising
D. Dancing
D. Dancing
What musical performance is held every New Year's Day in Vienna, Austria?
A. Eurovision
B. The Jingle Ball
C. The Vienna Philharmonic's NYE Concert
D. The Country Music Awards
C. The Vienna Philharmonic's NYE Concert
What is the name of the large clock in London that marks the start of the New Year?
A. The Eiffel Tower
B. Big Ben
C. The Grand Canyon
D. The London Eye
B. Big Ben
What dish, consisting of black-eyed peas and pork, is eaten in the American South for good luck?
A. Jumpin' Jack
B. Hoppin' John
C. Lazy Susan
D. Silly Sally
B. Hoppin' John
Which country holds the tradition of watching fireworks in Sydney Harbor to ring in the new year?
A. New Zealand
B. Greenland
C. Iceland
D. Australia
D. Australia
What color underwear is add to bring love or money in many Latin American countries on New Year's Eve?
A. Blue
B. Black
C. Red
D. White
C. Red
Which U.S. city is known for the "Rose Parade" that takes place every New Year's Day?
A. Los Angeles
B. San Francisco
C. San Diego
D. Pasadena
D. Pasadena
What shape is often used in decorations and cards to represent new beginnings on New Year's Day?
A. Triangle
B. Square
C. Rectangle
D. Circle
D. Circle