General
Why does the date of the holiday change every year?
It follows the cycles of the moon
Which golden fruit is gifted to represent wealth and luck?
Mandarins / Oranges
How many animals are in the Chinese Zodiac?
12
Why are firecrackers traditionally set off?
To scare away evil spirits
Should you get your hair cut on Chinese New Year?
No as it is believed to "wash away" good luck.
Lunar New Year is also known by what "seasonal" name?
The Spring Festival
This popular food item is thought to be golden color and shape signify wealth, like gold bars. What is the food?
Spring rolls
Which animal won the "Great Race" by hitching a ride on an Ox?
The Rat
Why is it bad luck to sweep the floor on New Year’s Day?
You might sweep away the new good luck)
What tile based game is a popular past-time amongst friends and family during Chinese New Year?
Mahjong
Approximately how many people worldwide celebrate Lunar New Year?
~2 Billion
What long, uncut food is eaten to symbolize a long life?
Longevity Noodles
Which zodiac animal is the only mythical creature?
The Dragon
Which colour is traditionally avoided as it represents mourning?
White
Red Envelopes (Hongbao) traditionally contain what?
Red envelopes containing money -to pass on good luck and blessings.
What is the name of the Lunar New Year festival in Vietnam?
Tết
Why is a whole fish a staple at New Year’s dinner?
The word for fish sounds like "surplus" or "abundance"
• Fish is pronounced as yú (Written as: 鱼)
• Surplus/Abundance is also pronounced as yú (Written as: 余)
What is animal is this the year of?
What event marks the official end of the 15-day celebration?
The Lantern Festival
Why to Lion and dragon dances include loud drums?
The loud noise is said to drive all of the bad luck and spirits away!
Which color-fearing monster was scared away by red and loud noises? Was it...
A. Nian B. Cerberus C. Sasquatch D. Godzilla
Nian
Multiple choice - Is Rougan....
a. turnip cake b. dried meat c. raw fish d. confectionary
Chinese salty-sweet dried meat, akin to jerky, which is trimmed of the fat, sliced, marinated, and then smoked for later consumption or as a gift.
What animal was in 2025?
The Snake
What are the 5 elements associated with the Zodiac?
Fire, Water, Metal, Wood and Earth
The Golden Dragon Parade is one of the oldest and largest Chinese New Year parades outside of Asia. It has happened annually since 1899 in which US City?
Los Angeles