New Years Trivia
25% of people forget about these by the end of January.
promises / resolutions
What rice-based food have the Japanese eaten on New Years since 794 AD?
mochi
What do the Dutch eat on New Years for good luck?
doughnuts
Before the crystal ball, how was the stroke of midnight marked in Times Square?
With fireworks
What percentage of adults, to the nearest 5%, fall asleep before midnight on New Years Eve?
22%
Which Avenger uses a shield and wears: red, white and blue?
Captain America
In which city does a giant crystal ball descend to mark the stroke of midnight?
New York
What was the ingrediant made Grandpa's sushi so yummy?
crab
The Winter Classic, is played on New Years. What makes this games special?
This NHL game is played on outdoor ice.
Which civilization introduced the baby as the symbol of the New Year?
The Greeks
Before the giant crystal ball, how did Times Square mark the start of the New Year?
With fireworks.
Which villain is big, bald, purple and wears a gauntlet?
Thanos
What is the most popular New Years resolution?
Exercise to lose weight
How must soba be eaten at New Years to guarantee longevity?
It must be eaten without breaking the strand.
How many grapes do the Spanish eat for good luck at New Years?
12
Which famous Roman declared January the 1st a national holiday to celebrate the New Year?
Julius Cesar
" Daddy Don't Get Drunk On New Year's Day" was written by which Swedist band?
ABBA -- Happy New Year
Who is the youngest Avenger?
Spider Man
This is the most popular New Years Day parade in California, US
tournament of roses
Traditionally, where do Japanese families go on New Years day?
From house to house visiting all extended family.
How do some crazy Kanuks celebrate the New Year?
With a polar bear swim.
What activity is considered bad luck on New Years day?
cleaning
Which Scottish musician/poet wrote, "Auld Land Syne"?
Robert Burns
What are the names of Thor's hammer and axe?
Mjolnir and Stormbreaker
It is at this time that the crystal ball begins to lower in Times Square
11:59
What is the sign of the Japanese zodiac for the year 2021?
The Ox.
Why are noisemakers used to celebrate the New Year?
To scare away evil spirits.
Auld Lang Syne is sung at midnight on New Years Eve. What does "Auld Lang Syne" mean?
Old long time ago
These three words are the meaning of "Auld Lang Syne'
Old Long Ago
Name all of the original Avengers.
Captain America, Hulk, Black widow, Hawkeye, Thor and Iron Man.