Chinese New Year Celebrations

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What is the purpose of celebrating Chinese New Year?

To be together as a family and to wish happiness, long life, and good fortune.

How long do the celebrations for Chinese New Year last?

Fifteen days.

What do red and gold decorations symbolize during Chinese New Year?

Luck.

What is the significance of the reunion dinner on New Year's Eve for Chinese families?

It is the most important meal of the year where families gather together. Signup and view all the answers

Who traveled from China to be with Murphy and his family for Chinese New Year?

Wai Po (Grandma). Signup and view all the answers

What does the family say to each other when the New Year arrives at midnight?

Gong Xi Fa Cai! Happy New Year! Signup and view all the answers

What does Wai Po give Murphy after the New Year's Day?

A red envelope with money inside (hong bao) Signup and view all the answers

What is the last day of the New Year celebrations called?

Lantern Festival Signup and view all the answers

What are tang yuan, and why are they significant for Murphy's family?

Sweet rice balls; they are the boys' favorite treat Signup and view all the answers

What did Murphy make for Wai Po as a gift after Chinese New Year was over?

A book Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the red and gold decorations during Chinese New Year?

They symbolize luck and good fortune. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the reunion dinner on New Year's Eve considered the most important meal of the year for Chinese families?

It is a time for families to get together after a long time apart. Signup and view all the answers

What preparations does Murphy's family make in the week before Chinese New Year?

They clean the house and decorate it with red and gold decorations. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the fifteen days of celebrations for Chinese New Year?

It is a time to wish everyone happiness, long life, and good fortune. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Wai Po travel a long way to be with Murphy and his family during Chinese New Year?

To share the special reunion dinner and celebrations with her family. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the red envelopes with money inside given during Chinese New Year?

Symbolizes good luck and prosperity for the recipient Signup and view all the answers

How did Murphy's family celebrate Lantern Festival?

By hanging lanterns by the front door and enjoying tang yuan Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the dragon dancers at the Chinese New Year parade?

Symbolize power, strength, and good luck in Chinese culture Signup and view all the answers

Why did Dad hang lanterns by the front door for Lantern Festival?

To continue a tradition from his childhood in China Signup and view all the answers

Why did Murphy make a book for Wai Po after Chinese New Year was over?

As a gesture of gratitude and to wish her a Happy New Year Signup and view all the answers