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Lunar New Year
Festive Foods
Symbols
100

What was Nian Scared of?

The color red, fire, and loud noises

100

This mythical beast terrorized towns

Nian 年

100

Why is fish (鱼, yú) traditionally eaten during Lunar New Year?    

The word for 'fish' (鱼, yú) sounds like 'abundance' (余, yú), symbolizing prosperity.

100

This color is used in Lunar New Year decorations for good luck

Red

200

Why is sweeping the floor on New Year's Day considered bad luck?

It symbolizes sweeping away good fortune for the year.

200

How was the zodiac order determined


a race

200

Name a Chinese dish you like

same (probably)

200

What does dragon dancing symbolize?

Symbol of power & wisdom

300

Name one supersition 


No borrowing/lending money 

No using sharp objects

No sweeping on new years day

No cutting hair

300

The festival lasts for how many days

15-day

300

Why are Wàng Wàng biscuits associated with good fortune?

‘Wàng’ (旺) means prosperity and is linked to business success.

300

What does lion dancing symbolize?

Symbol of bravery & protection


400

What is the only fictional zodiac animal

Dragon

400

What does gong xi fa cai mean?
(you have to say it too)

congrats for becoming rich

400

Why do dumplings (饺子) symbolize wealth during Lunar New Year?    

Their shape resembles ancient gold ingots, representing fortune.

400

Order of Zodiac animals

rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, sheep, monkey, rooster, dog, and pig.