Chinese New Year
Why do they light fireworks during the Chinese New Year?
Fireworks are a common part of the festival because they are believed to scare away evil spirits and bring good luck.
Which president was awarded the distinguished flying cross for bravery in action in WWII?
George H.W. Bush
What type of candy , made by New England Confectionary Company, is the best selling Valentine’s Day candy to date?
Sweethearts
“The Quicker Picker Upper”
Bounty
What is a cluster of bananas called?
A Hand
What is the signature Mardi Gras dessert?
King Cake
Who traditionally gives red envelopes to whom?
Elders and married couples traditionally give red envelopes to children, unmarried young adults, and those under 25.
Who is the only U.S. president to have ever resigned from office?
Richard Nixon
Who is the Roman goddess of love?
Venus
“Plop. Plop. Fizz. Fizz. Oh, what a relief it is.”
Alka Seltzer
Which yellow spice from India will improve mood, help to heal wounds and balances your blood sugar?
Turmeric
What day comes after Mardi Gras?
Ash Wednesday
Traditionally, how is bad luck removed from the house before the new year?
Sweeping the house. Cleaning the house clears away all of the old, making room for new things.
What presidents faces are featured on Mt. Rushmore?
Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, Roosevelt
What 1991 Walt Disney film was portrayed as the “most beautiful love story ever told”?
Beauty and the Beast
“Where’s the beef?”
Wendys
What board game became the basis for promotions at McDonald’s?
Monopoly
What is traditionally hidden inside King cake?
A plastic baby
In addition to the dragon dance, what other animal dance is common on New year’s Day?
The lion dance. It is said to bring prosperity and happiness.
Which two presidents served two non-consecutive terms?
Donald Trump and Grover Cleveland
Why do we wear wedding rings on the fourth finger of our left hand?
The custom dates back to Egypt, as it was believed the vein of love ran directly from this finger to the heart.
“Double your pleasure. Double your fun”.
Double Mint Gum
What is the most stolen food in the world?
Cheese
Special coins thrown during the Mardi Gras parades are called what?
Doubloons
2025 was the year of the snake. 2026 is the year of the ___________.
Fire Horse
Which presidents administration became known as the Camelot?
John F. Kennedy
What 1937 Rodger’s and Hart song has been performed by Chet Baker, Ella Fitzgerald, and Barbara Streisand?
My Funny Valentine
“Put a tiger in your tank”
ESSO. Now known as Exon Mobile.
What is the stinkiest fruit in the world?
Durian Fruit
What states recognize Fat Tuesday as a Holiday?
Louisiana, Florida and Alabama
What are the three “silly rules” for Chinese New Year to avoid bad luck?
1. No sweeping or cleaning on the first day.
2. No cutting hair or using sharp objects.
3. No crying or negative words.
Who is the only president to have served as both president of the U.S. and Chief Justice of the Supreme Court?
William H Taft
What silent film star was known as the “Great Lover”?
Rudolph Valentino
“All for freedom. Freedom for all”
Harley Davidson
Which Ben and Jerry’s ice cream flavor is named after a legendary Grateful Dead musician?
Cherry Garcia
What song is the anthem of Mardi Gras in New Orleans?
“If I Ever Cease to Love”