Lunar New Year
Why do people wear new clothes during Lunar New Year?
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to start fresh and bring luck
In addition to red, What other colour is often seen on Lunar new year?
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Gold
Is Lunar New Year based on the Sun or the Moon? _______________
The Moon 🌝🌙 🌒
What do people often hang on their doors for good luck during Lunar New Year? _______________
Red lanterns or couplets
Which shape are many New Year foods to symbolise being together with family? _______________
circle or round
What holiday celebrates the New Year using the lunar calendar? _______________
Lunar New Year
What do some people wear around their wrists or necks for protection and luck? _______________
Red string or red bracelets
What activity do children love to do with fireworks on Lunar New Year? _______________
light and set them off
What animal dance is done in parades? _______________
Lion dance
What do people usually give to neighbours or fiends? _______________
Food, fruits or sweets
In what two months does Lunar New Year usually happen? _______________
January and February
What do people usually clean before Lunar New Year?
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Their homes
How many animals are in the zodiac? _______________
12
What colour envelopes hold money for children? _______________
Red envelopes
Why do families eat long noodles during Lunar New Year? _______________
To wish for a long life
What do some people use to decorate their windows? _______________
paper animals or lucky symbols
What do people light to make loud noises and scare away bad luck? _______________
Firecrackers
Which zodiac animal is the "king of all animals" in stories?
Dragon
Which round fruit is a symbol of good luck? _______________
Oranges
What shape are dumplings sometimes made to look like for luck? _______________
Gold ingots
How many days does the celebration usually last? _______________
15 days
What does the dragon in dragon dances usually carry in its mouth? _______________
a pearl
Which animal comes first in the Chinese zodiac? _______________
Rat
What is the name of the festival that ends Lunar New Year celebrations? _______________
The Lantern Festival
Why do some families eat food shaped like gold or coins? _______________
To wish for wealth and good luck