1.  In which ancient civilization is the first recorded New Year celebration believed to have occurred?

a.  Egypt

b.  Babylon

c. Greece

d.  Rome

 

2. What fruit do people in Spain traditionally eat at midnight on New Year’s Eve for good luck?

a.  Apples

b.  Grapes

c. Oranges

d.  Cherries

 

3. Which city is famous for its massive New Year’s Eve fireworks display over its harbor?

a.  New York City

b.  Sydney

c. London

d.  Tokyo

 

4. The first New Year’s Eve ball drop in Times Square occurred in 1907.

a.  True

b.  False

5. In Japan, what is the traditional way to welcome the New Year?

a.  Ringing bells 108 times

b.  Eating sushi

c. Lighting lanterns

d.  Dancing around a fire

 

6.   What is the name of the song traditionally sung at midnight to celebrate the New Year?

a.  Happy Birthday

b.  Auld Lang Syne

c. Jingle Bells

d.  We Wish You a Merry Christmas

 

7.   In which country do people believe that wearing polka dots and eating round fruits will ensure a prosperous new year?

a.  Brazil

b.  Philippines

c. Italy

d.  Mexico

 

8.  What is the most common New Year’s resolution made by people in the United States?

a.  Travel more

b.  Save money

c. Exercise more

d.  Learn a new skill

Key: 1:b, 2:b, 3:b, 4:a, 5:a, 6:b, 7:b, 8:c