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In which country do people celebrate New Year's with the tradition of "First-Footing," where the first person to enter a home after midnight brings symbolic gifts?
Scotland
How much confetti drops in Times Square on New Year’s Eve?
More than a ton
In what two years did the Times Square ball not drop?
1942 and 1943
What do the Scottish call New Year’s Eve?
Hogmanay
Why is the Chinese New Year celebrated at a different time?
Because they have a different Calender
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What is the traditional New Year's dish in the southern United States that consists of black-eyed peas, rice, and pork?
Hoppin John
In what country is it a tradition to jump off a chair at midnight on New Year’s Eve to avoid having bad luck in the new year?
Denmark
In 1904, which newspaper sponsored the first New Year’s Eve celebration in Times Square?
New York Times
True or false: As far as New Year’s Eve plans go, more people choose to go out than stay home.
False
What time does the Times Square ball start making its descent?
11:59
Which Asian country celebrates the first full moon of the New Lunar Year with the Lantern Festival (also called Shangyuan Festival), where colourful lanterns are released into the sky?
China
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In 46 B.C., which Roman leader made Jan. 1 New Year’s Day?
Julius Caesar
On which day do many people give up on their New Year’s resolutions?
By the second Friday in January, known as Quitters Day
In Italy, what color underwear do people wear on New Year’s Eve to bring good luck and love?
Red
How many people watch the Times Square ball drop around the world?
1 billion<
In which country is the New Year's custom of "Hatsumode" observed, involving the first shrine or temple visit of the year?
Japan
What does “Baby New Year” typically wear?
A diaper, sash and top hat
What are the triangles on the Times Square ball made of?
Crystals
On average, how many hours do parents book a babysitter for on New Year’s Eve?
6
What famous action did Abraham Lincoln take on Jan. 1, 1863?
He issued the Emancipation Proclamation, which declared that all people held as slaves within the rebellious states “are, and henceforward shall be, free.”
What is the traditional New Year's dessert in Greece, often symbolizing prosperity and good fortune?
Vasilopita
Which city drops a giant chocolate kiss at midnight on New Year’s Eve?
Hershey, PA
What’s the name of the annual New Year’s Day parade that takes place in Pasadena, California?
Rose Parade
After Russians write down their New Year’s wish on a piece of paper, what do they do with it?
Burn it
What famous Mary Shelley novel about a monster was released on New Year’s Day in 1818?
Frankenstein