Zodiac Signs & Symbols
Chinese New Year and their Zodiacs
Chinese Food
Customs & Traditions
Say It in Mandarin
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The Chinese zodiac follows a repeating cycle of how many years, with each year represented by a different animal?
12 years
100
The Chinese New Year in 2024 will mark the start of this zodiac animal's year.
Dragon.
100
This sweet treat made from glutinous rice flour is often eaten during Chinese New Year, symbolizing family togetherness.
Tangyuan (sweet rice balls).
100
During Chinese New Year, children often receive these red envelopes filled with money, symbolizing good luck and blessings.
Red envelopes (hongbao)
100
"Gōng xǐ fā cái" is a common phrase used during Chinese New Year. What does it mean?
Wishing you happiness and prosperity
200
According to legend, this small but clever animal won the Great Race by riding on the Ox’s back and jumping ahead at the finish line?
Rat.
200
The Chinese New Year in 2022 was the Year of this animal, known for its bravery and strength.
Tiger
200
The Chinese New Year dish of fish is often served whole, symbolizing this, a wish for ................................. in the coming year.
surplus or wealth.
200
To mark the start of Chinese New Year, this loud and colorful tradition is believed to drive away evil spirits and bring good luck.
Setting off fireworks or firecrackers.
200
Xīn nián kuài lè" is a common greeting during Chinese New Year. What does it mean?
Happy New Year
300
According to Chinese zodiac legend, the order of the animals was determined by a race. Which animal finished first in the race?
Rat
300
If 2022 was the Year of the Tiger, which animal's year was celebrated in 2016
Monkey
300
This traditional food, often shaped like ancient gold ingots, is eaten during Chinese New Year to bring good fortune and wealth.
Jiaozi (dumplings).
300
According to a common Chinese New Year superstition, this should be avoided on the first day of the year to ensure good luck and avoid bad fortune.
Washing your hair
300
What does Fú Dào (福到) mean?
Good Fortune Arrives
400
People born in the Year of the Dragon are often described with these two personality traits?
Ambitious and Confident.
400
The Chinese New Year in 2024 will mark the start of this zodiac animal’s year. If 2024 is the Year of the Dragon, which year was the last Year of the Dragon
2012
400
This dish, often served during Chinese New Year, symbolizes long life and is usually made with ingredients like vegetables and meat.
Noodles.
400
In Chinese New Year customs, people often wear color red to, as it is believed to .....................................
ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune.
400
"财宝宝" (Cái bǎo bǎo) is a phrase that conveys a wish for wealth and good luck. What does it mean?
Wishing you wealth and prosperity
500
In addition to the 12 zodiac animals, the Chinese zodiac includes how many elements, which create a 60-year cycle?
5 (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water)
500
In 2025, the Chinese New Year will mark the start of the Year of the Snake. Which year was the last Year of the Snake?
2013
500
This steamed bun, traditionally filled with red bean paste, is often eaten during Chinese New Year and is said to represent wealth and prosperity, especially when served in a specific shape.
What is Baozi (steamed buns)
500
Which Chinese Character do Chinese normally paste on their gates or some furniture in the house during the Chinese New Year?
Upside-Down Fu Characters
500
万事如意" (Wàn shì rú yì) is a phrase to wish someone smooth progress in everything. What does it mean?
May everything go as you wish