Tết traditions
How do you say “Happy New Year” in Vietnamese?
Chúc mừng năm mới
What color should you wear on Lunar New Years because it is considered lucky?
RED symbolizes happiness, prosperity, and protection.
Which Roman god carries a bow and arrow to make people fall in or out of love?
CUPID
This person for starting the face cake-smashing tradition.
ANNA
Michael’s wife’s daughter
AUDREY
What is the lucky money given in red envelopes for blessings and good fortune called?
Lì xì
Why shouldn’t you sweep the floor on the first day?
You might sweep away GOOD LUCK.
What gift was popular to show interest in someone in the 1800s? A. Locks of hair B. Nails clippings C. Tears in a bottle
Locks of Hair
Two family members with the same birthday
EMMA + JAXON
Gemma’s mom’s youngest sister’s daughter
JOIE
What is the zodiac animal of the year that is exiting and the zodiac animal that is about to begin?
Year of the Snake and Year of the Horse.
Why are knives and scissors avoided on New Year’s Day?
They symbolize cutting off luck or relationships. Avoid cutting your hair.
What phrase was once considered inappropriate to say in public?
A. Be mine B. Hug me C. I love you
I LOVE YOU!!!
This person’s initials spell a popular music genre.
ELLIS DIA MAI (EDM)
Tony’s mom’s sister’s brother’s son
NICHOLAS
A lively performance with a colorful costume is done during Tết to scare away evil spirits and bring good luck.
Múa lân (dragon dance or lion dance)
Why is new clothing worn for the New Year?
To symbolize a fresh start and renewal
Who is the priest who secretly married couples when the emperor banned marriage for solders?
SAINT VALENTINE
The youngest member of our family
DEVON
Tobias’s oldest Aunt’s son’s sister’s same-aged cousin’s boy cousin from another aunt.
WYATT
This sticky rice cake, usually square or round, is made to honor ancestors and symbolizes the Earth.
Bánh chưng / Bánh tét
This person is believed to bring a family’s luck for the year during Tết.
The FIRST VISITOR to your home sets the tone for the year.
What are the 5 LOVE LANGUAGES?
Acts of service, quality time, touch, gifts, and words of affirmation.
Who is bà ngoại’s favorite grandchild?
THANH! just kidding… she said ALL!!! (Or did she?! Muahaha)
Sara’s oldest brother’s brother’s mother’s sister’s son’s grandma’s mom’s
BÀ NGOẠI