Question 1: What zodiac sign do we celebrate this year according to the Chinese calendar?
- Dragon
- Monkey
- Ox
Correct Answer: Dragon
Fact: Just as there are 12 signs in Western astrology, the Chinese zodiac is a 12-year cycle. Each year is associated with an animal: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat (or Sheep), Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig.
Question 2: Which of these animals does not represent a Chinese zodiac sign?
- Rooster
- Raccoon
- Rabbit
Correct Answer: Raccoon
Fact: Just as there are 12 signs in Western astrology, the Chinese zodiac is a 12-year cycle, with each year associated with a specific animal sign. The animals are Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat (or Sheep), Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. Do you know your Chinese zodiac sign?
Question 3: What do the red envelopes traditionally given during Lunar New Year contain?
- Letters
- Stickers
- Money
Correct Answer: Money
Fact: The red envelopes, known as 'hong bao' in Mandarin or 'lai see' in Cantonese, symbolize good luck and are traditionally given at family and social gatherings. The color red is believed to ward off evil spirits.