Ans. The Chinese new year starts between January 21st and
February 20th.
Q.2 Why do Chinese families do thorough cleaning of their
houses before new year's day?
Ans. They do thorough cleaning of their houses to clean out
any bad luck from the previous year.
Q.3 Which colour is not allowed and which colour is
encouraged on Chinese new year? Why?
Ans. The black colour is not allowed due to its link with
death, however red colour is allowed as it keeps away bad spirits.
Q.4 What do decorations on doors and windows symbolize?
Ans. Decorations on doors and windows symbolize luck and
happiness.
Q.5 What is the significance of New Year's Eve dinner?
Ans. It is of great significance as it is considered a source
of getting prosperity and long life.
Q.6 What do the little envelopes filled with money symbolize?
Ans. They symbolize wealth and prosperity for coming year.
Q.7 What is the importance of Chinese new year for Chinese
families?
Ans. The Chinese families come together and they welcome the New Year with great festivities and merry making.