Food
What is the most common food eaten during the Mid-Autumn Festival?
Mooncakes
What is the name of the item typically released into the sky during the festival?
Lanterns
True / False:
The Mid-Autumn Festival marks the halfway point of the lunar year
True
How many mentor groups are there?
6
The line "To be or not to be" comes from which Shakespeare play?
Hamlet
What type of tea is commonly consumed during the Mid-Autumn Festival?
Osmanthus tea
What is a popular dance performed during the festival?
The Lion Dance
Over how many years old is this holiday?
3000 years old
How many mentors are in each group?
4
In the alphabet song, how many letters are between L and S?
6
What are some other foods eaten during the Mid-Autumn Festival other than mooncakes? (name at least one)
Pumpkins, duck, wine (any one of these)
What is one common activity done during the holiday?
Moon gazing, spending time with family, eating good food (any of these)
What date is the festival held on the Lunar Calendar?
8/15
When is the first mentor event being held?
This Saturday (9/30)!
Which South American country has the capital city of Quito?
Ecuador
What do mooncakes represent?
Family reunion - a single mooncake is typically split between family members!
What are lanterns traditionally made out of?
Bamboo
What is the name of the Moon Goddess of Immortality, according to traditional mythology?
Chang'e
What is the first mentor event being held?
Field Day!
What continent do acai berries grow on?
South America
What do some people believe eating taro during the festival brings?
Many people believe that it brings good luck
What is the significance of the Mid-Autumn Festival?
Celebrates the end of the autumn harvest season
What animal represents the Mid-Autumn Festival?
The Jade Rabbit
DAILY DOUBLE:
What year was Dillon Kim born in?
1998
Which animal is the mascot for Hufflepuff house in the Harry Potter books?