Lunar New Year: How much do you know about Lunar New Year?

The Lunar New Year is a celebration across East Asia that signifies the beginning of the lunar calendar. It’s a time for communities, families and friends to gather together and share food, give gifts and participate in festivities to celebrate the start of a new season.

You might also know the Lunar New Year by its other name – Chinese New Year! By referring to Chinese New Year as the Lunar New Year, it also includes celebrations from across Asia including South Korea, Indonesia and Taiwan.

But how much do you know about the Lunar New Year?! Let’s find out!

Question 1Question 1 out of 10:

What is the Lunar calendar based on?

A: The stars B: The moon C: The sun D: The sea

Question 2Question 2 out of 10:

In 2024, the celebrations begin on Friday 9th February. True or false? 

A: True B: False

Question 3Question 3 out of 10:

Why is this date chosen?

A: It’s the first half moon moon of the new cycle B: It is when the monsoon season in Asia begins C: It’s always on Saturday 10th February D: It’s the first full moon of the new cycle

Question 4Question 4 out of 10:

In most countries, it’s traditional to remove bad luck before Lunar New Year by doing what?

A: Washing any pets you have B: Apologising to friends and family for any arguments C: Sweeping the house D: Giving sweets out

Question 5Question 5 out of 10:

Each year in the lunar cycle is named after an animal that has different characteristics and meanings.

But how many years, and animals, does the lunar cycle include?

A: 12 B: 11 C: 8 D: 24

Question 6Question 6 out of 10:

What year is 2024?

A: The year of the rat B: The year of the horse C: The year of the dragon D: The year of the dog

Question 7Question 7 out of 10:

Which of these animals is not in the lunar cycle?

A: Rat B: Cat C: Snake D: Monkey

Question 8Question 8 out of 10:

Most Lunar New Year decorations will be red. What does the colour red represent across East Asia?

A: Good fortune and happiness B: Passion and confidence C: Danger and warning

Question 9Question 9 out of 10:

In South Korea, the Lunar New Year is known as Seollal, their celebrations consist of dressing up in traditional Korean clothing and gathering to listen to old stories.

What’s the name of the traditional Korean clothing worn at these celebrations?

A: Uibok B: Chugha C: Dae-bak D: Hanbok

Question 10Question 10 out of 10:

What is the meaning of dragon dances in Lunar New Year traditions? 

A: They just look really cool! B: The dragon drives away evil spirits and welcomes good luck for the local community C: The dance celebrates community because nobody can hold a full costume by themselves D: What’s a dragon dance?

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