Learn Chinese Chinese Culture and Traditions

Question 1

What is the most important traditional holiday in China?

Accepted Answer

Chinese New Year (Spring Festival)

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Mid-Autumn Festival

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Dragon Boat Festival

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Lantern Festival

Question 2

What is the traditional food eaten during the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival?

Accepted Answer

Mooncakes

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Dumplings

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Rice cakes

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Spring rolls

Question 3

What does the color red symbolize in Chinese culture?

Accepted Answer

Luck, prosperity, and happiness

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Death and mourning

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Royalty and power

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Peace and calm

Question 4

What is the Chinese zodiac based on?

Accepted Answer

A 12-year cycle with an animal for each year

Answer

The solar calendar with 12 star signs

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A 10-year cycle with elements

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A monthly animal cycle

Question 5

What are the traditional dumplings called that are eaten during Chinese New Year?

Accepted Answer

Jiaozi (饺子)

Answer

Baozi (包子)

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Wontons (馄饨)

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Mantou (馒头)

Question 6

What does the gesture of presenting a gift with both hands indicate in Chinese culture?

Accepted Answer

Respect and politeness

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Anger or frustration

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Disinterest

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Urgency