US State/City Traditions
US Traditions
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100
In which city does the famous Times Square Ball drop take place?
New York City
100
What is the explosive tradition symbolizing excitement and hope for the coming year?
Fireworks
100
Which European city celebrates New Year's with fireworks over the River Thames?
London
100
In what year did the United States officially make January 1st a national holiday for New Year’s Day?
1. 1760
2. 1920
3. 1870
4. 2003
1870
200
In which U.S. city is the "Mardi Gras" celebration held, known for its vibrant parades and festivities that often overlap with New Year's celebrations?
New Orleans, Louisiana
200
What do Americans do at midnight on New Year's Eve to bring good luck and a year of positive relationships?
Kiss
200
What food is traditionally eaten on New Year's Eve in Japan to symbolize a fresh start?
Soba (Noodles)
200
Which ancient civilization is known for having the first recorded New Year’s celebrations?
1. Babylonians
2. Egyptians
3. Greeks
4. Chinese
Babylonians
300
What food is the first thing people eat on New Year's Day in the South for good luck?
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300
What drink is traditionally consumed at midnight in the U.S. to mark the start of the New Year?
Champagne
300
In Italy, what color underwear is worn on New Year's Eve to bring good luck?
Red
300
New Year's Day was originally dedicated to which god in Ancient Rome?
Janus
400
Which American state is famous for its annual Rose Parade and Rose Bowl football game held on New Year's Day?
California
400
What traditional song do Americans typically sing around New Year's?
Auld Lang Syne
400
In which country is it a tradition to eat 12 grapes at midnight on New Year's Eve?
Spain
400
What country gained independence on New Year's Day, 1804?
Haiti
500
Which state in the U.S. is known for dropping an enormous pineapple to celebrate the New Year?
Hawaii
500
Name one of the three most popular New Year’s Resolutions in America for 2025.
1. Save more money
2. Eat healthier
3. Exercise more
500
Which island country is the first to ring in the new year?
Kiribati
500
What year was the first Times Square New Year’s Eve ball drop?
1907