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LivePolls New Year trivia questions

Top 20 most intriguing New Year trivia questions to ask using LivePolls

Welcome to the New Year Trivia Template! Celebrate the New Year by testing your knowledge of all things related to the start of the year. From the early traditions and customs associated with the holiday to modern celebrations, this trivia template is sure to challenge you. See how much you know about New Year - the historical background, the famous parties, the resolutions people make, the celebrations around the world, and the symbolism and symbolism associated with the occasion. Put your knowledge to the test and challenge yourself to see how much you can learn about the New Year.


1) What is the animal of the Chinese zodiac for 2020?

  • Rat
  • Horse
  • Dog
  • Ox

2) What is the Roman God of new beginnings?

  • Mars
  • Janus
  • Apollo
  • Neptune

3) How many days are there in the traditional Roman Festival of Saturnalia?

  • 7
  • 4
  • 3
  • 6

4) January 1st marks the beginning of what calendar?

  • Gregorian
  • Julian
  • Coptic
  • Islamic

5) What is the most popular New Year's resolution?

  • Lose Weight
  • Get a new job
  • Save Money
  • Give up Smoking

6) According to Greek Mythology, the husband of the Goddess of the new year is the God _____?

  • Apollo
  • Bacchus
  • Pluto
  • Poseidon

7) What is the traditional New Year's food in Japan?

  • Sushi
  • Tofu
  • Noodle Soup
  • Sashimi

8) In which country is it traditional to wear red underwear on New Year's Eve?

  • Thailand
  • Japan
  • Brazil
  • Mexico

9) What is the most popular way to celebrate New Year's Eve in the United States?

  • Fireworks
  • Open a bottle of champagne
  • Watch the ball drop in Times Square
  • Have a house party

10) How many grapes are eaten in Spain at midnight on New Year's Eve?

  • 5
  • 7
  • 11
  • 13

11) What does the Scottish tradition First-footing involve?

  • Giving gifts
  • Eating cake
  • Setting off fireworks
  • Visiting friends

12) What is the traditional family game played at New Year in Germany?

  • Cards
  • Checkers
  • Bingo
  • Dice

13) What is the traditional treat eaten in Scotland on New Year's Day?

  • Haggis
  • Porridge
  • Potato soup
  • Shortbread

14) What is the traditional color of New Year’s decorations in Japan?

  • Red
  • Green
  • Yellow
  • White

15) What is the traditional colour of the clothing that is worn in Wales on New Year’s Day?

  • Green
  • Blue
  • Red
  • Yellow

16) What is the traditional New Year’s gift in Denmark?

  • Sweets
  • Crosses
  • Knives
  • Dolls

17) What is the name of the traditional New Year’s Eve performance in the Netherlands?

  • Dansing in de Regen
  • Vinden in de Maan
  • Feesten in de Winter
  • Dansen in de sneeuw

18) What type of tree is used to represent the New Year in Germany?

  • Pine
  • Oak
  • Fir
  • Maple

19) What is the traditional noise maker used to celebrate the New Year in Mexico?

  • Cymbals
  • Horns
  • Maracas
  • Whistles

20) According to Greek mythology, who was the goddess of new beginnings?

  • Aphrodite
  • Athena
  • Hecate
  • Selene

Top 3 reasons to use our free New Year Trivia Template

1) It's a fun way to focus on the upcoming year and use knowledge to connect with friends and family.

2) It's a great way to prepare for potential conversations about the new year with colleagues or other acquaintances.

3) It provides a great opportunity to learn about the past year, important cultural milestones, and other relevant topics that may be pertinent to the current year.