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.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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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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    Test your knowledge about the Chinese New Year and its twelve zodiac animals. Learn how the race determined the order of the animals in the zodiac tradition. Dive deep into the charming stories behind each animal's character and significance in Chinese culture.

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