Moon Festival Quiz

What is the main purpose of giving moon cakes during the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival?

• To celebrate the harvest

• To represent best wishes for peace, health, and happiness

• To enjoy a delicious dessert

• To honor the moon goddess Chang'e

Which story is traditionally told during the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival?

• The story of the Jade Rabbit

• The legend of the Moon Palace

• The tale of Chang'e and the elixir of life

• The myth of the Moon Dragon

What is a unique feature of the Vietnamese Moon Festival?

• Traditional water puppet shows

• Sky lantern release

• Fireworks display

• Dragon boat races

During the Vietnamese Moon Festival, what is placed on the altar as an offering?

• Candles and incense

• Moon cakes, flowers, and a glass of water

• Fruits and vegetables

• Rice and tea

What activity is commonly seen on the streets during the Vietnamese Moon Festival?

• Adults singing traditional songs

• People dancing in the streets

• Children playing with lanterns

• Families flying kites

What is the main focus of the Japanese Tsukimi festival?

• Quiet reflection and appreciation of the moon

• Enjoying traditional music

• Honoring ancestors

• Celebrating the harvest

What food is traditionally enjoyed during the Japanese Tsukimi?

• Sushi and sashimi

• Dango and taro

• Tempura and soba

• Mochi and green tea

What is the symbolic significance of the round shape of Tsukimi Dango?

• It represents the sun

• It signifies prosperity

• It resembles the full moon

• It symbolizes unity and togetherness

During Tsukimi, what do families in Japan do to keep bad luck away?

• Hang paper lanterns

• Place a Suzuki plant by the door

• Burn incense

• Offer rice to the moon

What is a common activity during Tsukimi in Japan?

• Lighting fireworks

• Dancing under the moonlight

• Singing traditional songs

• Reading Haiku poems