Phrases
"Happy New Year."
新年快乐
What are the lucky and unlucky numbers
4 (unlucky)
8 (Lucky)
In the race of the 13 animals, which animal came in 13th?
Cat
Noodles
2025 is the year of the _________.
Snake
"Wishing you prosperity and good fortune.”
恭喜发财, gong hei fat choy,
Which of the following is NOT a taboo?
a. throwing things away
b. wearing black or white clothes
c. staying up late
d. borrowing money
c. staying up late
What is Nian scared of?
loud noises and the colour red
Sticky and sweet. Represents family, togetherness and reunion.
Tangyuan (sweet rice balls)
What day is Chinese New Year day in 2025?
January 29
"Good health to you."
身体健康
Why shouldn't you sweep on Chinese New Year's Day?
it is believed to sweep away the good luck
What did Nian do to nearby villages?
Ate villagers and their livestock
Signifies prosperity and abundance. Sounds similar to 'extra' in Chinese.
Fish
Dog, pig, rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, _____, ______, _____, _____.
horse, goat, monkey, rooster
"May you get everything you wish for."
万事如意
maan si yu yi
wàn shì rú yì
What are some things you should do before Chinese New Year's day?
Who hosted the race of the 13 animals, and what were they competing for?
The jade emperor selected 12 animals to be his guards
Looks like ancient Chinese currency.
Dumpling
The zodiac animals also vary based on 5 different elements, what element is this years animal?
2025 - year of the wood snake
(wood, fire, earth, metal, water)
Double Jeopardy. List 2 additional phrases that have not been said.
龍馬精神, 心想事成, 大吉大利, 五福臨門,
年年有餘, 快高長大, 笑口常開, 學業進步
During Chinese New Year's Eve, many families in China watch CCTV of the Spring Festival Gala What does CCTV stand for?
closed-circuit television
In which dynasty was Chinese New year originated?
Shang Dynasty
A juicy food that represents good luck or fortune.
Tangerines, oranges, pomelo
what does the snake symbolize?
The snake symbolizes wisdom, intuition, and elegance