Lunar New Year Quiz

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What was the initial reason for the quarrel among the animals?

  • They were arguing over food.
  • They wanted the New Year named after them. (correct)
  • They wanted to race across the river.
  • They were fighting for king's attention.

Who was the first to reach the opposite bank of the river during the race?

  • The Ox (correct)
  • The Rabbit
  • The Tiger
  • The Rat

How did the Rat manage to win the swimming race?

  • It climbed up the Ox's back and jumped to the land. (correct)
  • It swam faster than all the other animals.
  • It distracted the other animals during the race.
  • It used a raft to cross the river.

What did the princess decide for naming the New Year after the race?

<p>Each of the next eleven years would be named after the other animals. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which animal was named for the New Year after the Rat?

<p>The Ox (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Flashcards

Chinese Zodiac Order

The order in which the twelve animals appear in the Chinese zodiac.

The Race to Name the New Year

A fictional race where twelve animals compete to have a year named after them.

Year of the Rat

The animal that outwitted the ox to win the race and have the first year named after it.

Winning the Race

The winner of the first race was allowed to have the first year named after them.

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Year of the Ox through Pig

The other animals were allowed to have their years named in order of their finishing positions.

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Study Notes

Lunar New Year

  • Twelve animals featured in the Chinese New Year tradition: rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, ram, monkey, rooster, dog, pig
  • Animals quarrelled about who should be the animal for the new year
  • King's daughter suggested a swimming race to determine the winner
  • Rat used cunning to win the race, reaching the other side then claiming victory
  • Animals are now organised by years: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Ram, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig

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