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What is a tradition?
Something that has been done year after year.
What is the zodiac animal for 2025
snake
Who was Nian?
a mythical beast
Which zodiac animal is believed to be the luckiest
dragon
What creature is central to the origin of firecrackers in Chinese New Year myths?
Nian beast
What is given to children on New Years Day?
red envelopes
What was the zodiac animal for 2024?
dragon
What is used to scare away Nian?
The color red and fireworks
Why are oranges given during Chinese New Year?
To symbolize good fortune.
True or false:
Sweeping the floor is considered bad luck.
True - is sweeps away wealth and prosperity
What does the red envelope signify?
Good Luck
What is another name for the Chinese New Year?
Spring Festival/Lunar New Year
Why are red lanterns hung in windows and door ways?
To scare away bad spirits/Nian.
True or false:
The cat is a zodiac animal.
False
What colors are considered bad luck to wear during the New Year?
black and white
What is typically inside a red envelope?
Money
How long does the Chinese New Year last?
15 days
12
True or false:
Dumplings are an important food in celebrating the New Year.
True
What is the luckiest color?
red
Who does not get a red envelope?
Someone who is married.
What does Nian mean in Chinese?
year
True or false:
Chinese New Year falls on the same day every year.
False
What does eating noodles symbolize?
Longevity
What happens on the last day of the Chinese new year?
Lantern festival