HGF Gastro quiz

What's the main purpose of the Hungry Ghost Festival?

• Honour deities

• Appease and feed the spirits of the dead

• Celebrating the harvest

• Paying respects to ancestors

Where did the story of the monk Mulian originate from??

• Taosim

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

• Confucianism

What happens during the 7th Lunar Month, according to tradition?

• A new year begins

• The moon is at its brightest

• Weddings are encouraged

• The gates of the underworld open

Which of the following is commonly offered to spirits during the festival?

• Cup noodles

• Fruits and roast meats

• Milk tea

• Ice cream

Why is the front row of seats left empty at Getai performances?

• They are VIP seats

• Reserved for temple elders

• For spirits to enjoy the show

• Bad luck to sit in front

Which of these items are NOT traditionally burned during the festival?

• Joss paper

• Incense

• Paper phones

• Jewellery

Which of these stakeholders benefit economically from the festival?

• Food vendors

• Tourists

• Government

• Environmentalists

How does the festival attract tourists?

• Through fireworks and fun games

• Travel discounts

• Free giveaways

• Food tours and cultural performances

Which of the following are sustainability concerns related to the festival?

• Cultural dilution (Touristification)

• Loud singing

• Traffic congestion

• Burning of joss paper and food wastage

Which of these practices can help preserve the festival's cultural value?

• Educational tours and storytelling

• Hosting social media contests

• Banning rituals

• Replacing offerings with modern food