Bonne année
In which country is it a tradition to jump off a chair at midnight on New Year’s Eve?
Denmark
What fruit is traditionally eaten in Spain at the stroke of midnight, one for each chime of the clock?
Grapes
Name the classic New Year's Eve song written in the 18th century by Scottish poet, Robert Burns.
Auld Lang Syne
What does ‘Auld Lang Syne’ translate to?
Times gone by
In the Southern US, consuming what food on New Year’s Day is considered to bring prosperity?
Black eyed peas
In what country might you hear the phrase ‘Gott Nytt År’ for New Year’s?
Sweden
Which city in Australia is famous for its New Year’s Eve fireworks display?
Sydney
The Chinese New Year is also known as what?
Lunar New Year
What is the traditional New Year’s gift in Greece?
A Pomegranate
In what country might you find ‘Soba’ eaten on New Year’s Eve to ensure longevity?
Japan
In ancient Rome, the New Year was celebrated in which month?
March
In Brazil, what color do many people wear for New Year’s for good luck?
White
Which animal represents the first year in the Chinese zodiac?
Rat
In Italy, wearing what color underwear is considered to bring luck in the New Year?
Red
Which mountainous European country celebrates New Year’s by dropping an icicle into a drink?
Russia
Which culture’s New Year celebration is known as ‘Songkran’ and involves water fights?
Thai
Which country celebrates the New Year by throwing furniture out of the window?
South Africa
DAILY DOUBLE!!!
Which island nation celebrates both the Western New Year and a traditional Polynesian New Year?
Samoa
In Colombia, carrying what around on New Year’s Eve is believed to ensure a year of travel?
An empty suitcase
DAILY DOUBLE!!!!!
What large European country celebrates New Year’s Eve with ‘Silvester’?
Germany
Which country celebrates New Year’s Day on April 14?
Nepal
Which country’s New Year’s tradition includes bell ringing 108 times?
Japan
Which Asian country celebrates the New Year with the Water Festival in April?
Myanmar
In Finland, what is melted and then quickly cooled to predict the upcoming year?
Tin
In which U.S. city would you find a New Year’s tradition involving a live possum drop?
Brasstown, North Carolina