Chinese New Year Quiz

What is another name for the Chinese New Year?

• Mid-Autumn Festival

• Spring Festival

• Dragon Boat Festival

• Qingming Festival

How do Chinese people calculate time in the lunar calendar?

• Using the moon

• Using the sun

• Using the stars

• Using a clock

Which animal is NOT part of the Chinese zodiac?

• Rat

• Lion

• Dragon

• Monkey

Why do Chinese families clean their houses before the New Year?

• To impress their guests

• To welcome good luck

• To invite evil spirits

• To prepare for a party

What color is considered lucky by the Chinese?

• Blue

• Green

• Yellow

• Red

What is the traditional New Year's gift given to children?

• Books

• Chocolate

• Lucky Money

• Toys

Where can you find Chinatown in many big cities?

• Tokyo

• Sydney

• London

• Paris

What is an important part of the parade on New Year's Day?

• Elephant

• Dragon

• Tiger

• Lion

What do the Chinese believe the noise of fireworks does during the parade?

• Warns of danger

• Entertains the crowd

• Frightens evil spirits

• Attracts good luck

What do children represent during the parade?

• 12 different foods

• 12 animals of the Chinese calendar

• 12 famous landmarks

• 12 months of the year