Chinese New Year and Zodiac Animals
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Why do people clean their homes and discard old items before Chinese New Year?

  • To symbolize bidding farewell to the previous year's misfortunes (correct)
  • To honor the animals from the Chinese zodiac
  • To create space for new decorations and ornaments
  • To prepare for welcoming ancestors for a special feast

    • What is the significance of wearing new clothes, especially red, during Chinese New Year?

  • To ward off evil spirits and misfortunes
  • To symbolize wealth and prosperity for the coming year (correct)
  • To celebrate the harvest and abundance
  • To honor the ancestors and seek their blessings

    • What type of decorations are commonly used during Chinese New Year celebrations?

  • Lanterns and flowers (correct)
  • Pumpkins and scarecrows
  • Christmas trees and ornaments
  • Easter eggs and bunnies

    • What do children eagerly anticipate receiving during Chinese New Year celebrations?

    <p>Lucky money in red and gold envelopes from elders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the date of Chinese New Year vary each year?

    <p>Because it depends on the lunar calendar and the new moon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Chinese New Year Traditions

    Cleaning and Decluttering

    • People clean their homes and discard old items before Chinese New Year to sweep away bad luck and make room for good fortune.

    Clothing and Colors

    • Wearing new clothes, especially red, during Chinese New Year is significant because red symbolizes good luck, prosperity, and happiness.
    • New clothes represent a fresh start and a chance to begin anew.

    Decorations

    • Commonly used decorations during Chinese New Year celebrations include couplets, lanterns, and paper cutouts, which are typically red and gold in color.
    • These decorations add to the festive atmosphere and bring good luck.

    Gifts and Red Envelopes

    • Children eagerly anticipate receiving red envelopes (lai see or hongbao) filled with money during Chinese New Year celebrations.
    • These gifts symbolize good luck and prosperity.

    Date of Chinese New Year

    • The date of Chinese New Year varies each year because it is based on the lunar calendar, which is different from the solar calendar used in the Western world.
    • Chinese New Year falls on the second new moon after the winter solstice.

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    Test your knowledge about Chinese New Year and the animals of the Chinese zodiac in this quiz. Learn about the lunar calendar, the significance of the Spring Festival, and the twelve zodiac animals.

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