Trivia: Lunar New Year Trivia!

  • Lunar New Year is celebrated on the same day every year.

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    Lunar New Year is celebrated on the same day every year.
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    False! It follows the lunar calendar, which is based on the movement of the moon. The date usually falls on a day between mid-January and mid-February.  In 2021 the date is February 12.

  • Lunar New Year is celebrated for 16 days!

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    Lunar New Year is celebrated for 16 days!
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    Celebrations last up to 16 days, but only the first 7 days are considered a public holiday (February 11th–17th, 2021).

  • 2021 is the year of the Tiger according to the Chinese Zodiac.

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    2021 is the year of the Tiger according to the Chinese Zodiac.
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    False! This year, it is the year of the Ox. In China, each lunar cycle has 60 years and 12 years is regarded as a small cycle. Each of the 12 years is defined by an animal sign: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. 

  • The color red symbolizes good luck and good fortune.

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    The color red symbolizes good luck and good fortune.
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    True! Red is the most favorable color. It is recommended to avoid white and black because it can symbolize negative and unlucky fortune.