12 Questions
The Moon Festival falls on the 15th day of the ninth lunar month.
False
The Moon Festival is known as the Harvest Festival in Asia.
False
This year's September 27 will have a super moon, a total solar eclipse, and the Moon Festival.
False
Mooncakes are traditionally eaten under the full moon during the Moon Festival.
True
Spring Airlines is organizing moon-viewing flights to witness the lunar eclipse.
True
A super moon occurs when the moon is farthest from Earth on its orbit.
False
What three important lunar events are happening on September 27 this year?
super moon, total lunar eclipse, Mid-Autumn Festival (Moon Festival)
What is the significance of the Moon Festival in China and parts of Asia?
day with the brightest moon of the year
Which day of the lunar month does the Moon Festival fall on?
15th day of the eighth lunar month
What is a super moon and when does it happen?
moon closest to Earth in its orbit
What is the purpose of Spring Airlines offering moon-viewing flights during the Moon Festival?
emotional needs of customers still on the road during the festival
How many seats dedicated to the festival have been sold by Spring Airlines so far?
more than 100
Study Notes
Lunar Events
- September 27 marks three important lunar events: a super moon, a total lunar eclipse, and Asia's Mid-Autumn Festival (also known as the Moon Festival)
- The Moon Festival falls on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month
- In China and parts of Asia, it's believed to be the day with the brightest moon of the year
Moon-Viewing Flights
- Companies in China are introducing "moon-viewing flights" to welcome the Moon Festival
- Spring Airlines, the country's budget airline, will offer around 100 scenic flights from September 26 to 28
- More than 100 of Spring Airlines' seats dedicated to the festival have been sold so far
Super Moon
- A super moon happens when the moon moves to the point on its orbit when it's closest to Earth
- This year's super moon coincides with a total lunar eclipse and the Mid-Autumn Festival, a rare occurrence (first time in over 30 years)
Mid-Autumn Festival
- The Mid-Autumn Festival is a day of reunions for families and friends in China
- Traditions include eating mooncakes under the full moon
- Companies like Spring Airlines aim to provide an unobstructed view of the moon for customers who are away from home during the festival
Test your knowledge on the significance of the super moon, total lunar eclipse, and Asia's Mid-Autumn Festival happening on September 27. Learn about the cultural beliefs surrounding the Moon Festival in China and other parts of Asia.
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