Legends & Myths
Who is the moon goddess in Chinese mythology?
Chang’e
What round pastry is most associated with the festival?
mooncake
What does the full moon symbolize during the festival?
reunion and completeness
The festival date in the lunar calendar.
15th day of the 8th month
Handheld glowing decorations for children.
paper lanterns
What is the name of the archer who shot down nine suns?
Hou Yi
What fruit is often eaten during the Mid-Autumn Festival?
pomelos
The round shape of the mooncakes represents what?
unity
The calendar used to set the date.
lunisolar calendar
Heated by flame to rise into the sky.
sky lantern
What animal is said to live on the moon with Chang’e?
jade rabbit
Families often do this together while admiring the full moon.
reunion dinner or gather outdoors
The Mid-Autumn Festival is also known as this name in Chinese.
Zhong Qiu Jie
The round moon symbolizes this family ideal.
reunion
Traditional frames are made from this lightweight material.
bamboo
What did Hou Yi give Chang’e that made her fly to the moon?
elixir of immortality
What festival activity involves carrying colorful lights?
lantern parade
What color is commonly used in decorations for luck and happiness?
red
The moon’s phase on festival night.
full moon
Common animal lantern reflecting the moon myth.
rabbit lantern
The palace where Chang’e resides on the moon is called this.
the Guanghan Palace
Mooncakes can have salted egg yolks to symbolize what?
full moon
Lanterns symbolize what?
light, hope, and guidance
The zodiac animal most closely tied to the moon in festival lore.
rabbit
In some regions, floating these on water symbolizes blessings.
river/water lanterns