Geography
What is the long stone structure along the North part of China?
The Great Wall of China
What is the Chinese symbol for peace?
The panda
What are the four major Chinese inventions?
Paper, printer, compass, gun powder
What is the old type of Chinese money?
Bronze Coins
What leads the Chinese New Year parade on the first day?
A dragon
What desert is in Northern China?
Gobi Desert
What does the dragon symbolize in the Chinese culture?
Good Fortune
Why is the invention of the umbrella important?
It protects us from weather
What is the new type of Chinese money that is used today?
Yuan
How many days are in the Chinese New Year?
15
Which of the two main rivers in China is in the North?
Yellow River
What is the lucky color of China?
Red
Why is the invention of paper important?
Because we use paper for so many things all over the world
What type of clothing do rulers and wealthy people wear?
Colorful silks
What day of the Chinese New Year does the Lantern Festival fall on?
The last day
What is the capital city of China?
Beijing
The Chinese flag has _______ stars?
5 stars
Why is porcelain an important invention?
It is a durable material used for plates, cups, vases, and other items
What type of clothing do peasants wear?
Simple clothing and large hats
What did they write on lanterns during the festival?
Riddles
Which of the two main rivers in China is in the South?
Yangtze River
What color are the stars and the background of the Chinese flag?
Yellow stars on a red background
Why is the compass an important invention?
It tells us which direction we are going
What are the two places you could live in China?
City or villages
What calendar do the Chinese use to tell them when the New Year starts?
Lunar (moon) calendar