Educational Travel Week: China Destination Quiz

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    China’s first emperor, Huang-Ti, was buried with an entire army of Terracotta Warriors. How many “soldiers” went with him to his grave?

    • 150
    • 500
    • 6,000
    • 20,000
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Chinese culture dates back some 3,300 years. But luckily for you, we’ll only be covering the last few dynasties or so. So grab your writing brush and silk cloth and give our China Quiz your very best shot. Hao Yun!

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    Let’s say you had a thing for floating restaurants. And let’s say you and 4,300 of your friends all wanted to go out together to the largest floating restaurant in the world. Which Chinese city should you call to make your reservation?

    • Hong Kong

    • Guangzhou

    • Shanghai

    • Tianjin

    Correct Answer
    A. Hong Kong
    Explanation
    Hong Kong is the correct answer because it is a city known for its large number of floating restaurants. It is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike who want to experience dining on a floating restaurant. Guangzhou, Shanghai, and Tianjin are also cities in China, but they do not have the same reputation for floating restaurants as Hong Kong does.

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    Did you know that China has 160 cities with a population greater than 1 million? Which one is the largest of them all?

    • Beijing

    • Hong Kong

    • Shanghai

    • Guangzhou

    Correct Answer
    A. Shanghai
    Explanation
    Shanghai is the largest city among the 160 cities in China with a population greater than 1 million.

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    The Three Gorges Dam on the Yangtze River is the world’s largest hydroelectric power project. Which of the following is not one of the Three Gorges?

    • Qutang

    • Wu

    • Xi Ling

    • Lijiang

    Correct Answer
    A. Lijiang
    Explanation
    Lijiang is not one of the Three Gorges. The Three Gorges Dam project on the Yangtze River consists of three gorges: Qutang, Wu, and Xi Ling. Lijiang is not part of this project.

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  • 5. 

    We call it China, but that’s not exactly what they call it. So what do the Chinese call “China”?

    • Chin (pronounced Cheen)

    • Zhongguo

    • Maipei

    • Hakyana

    Correct Answer
    A. Zhongguo
    Explanation
    The Chinese call "China" Zhongguo. This is the Mandarin pronunciation of the country's name.

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  • 6. 

    Family has always played a strong role in Chinese culture. Even to this day, what percentage of Chinese adults still live with their parents?

    • 10%

    • 30%

    • 50%

    • 65%

    Correct Answer
    A. 30%
    Explanation
    30% of Chinese adults still live with their parents because family has always been important in Chinese culture. This cultural value of filial piety, or respect for one's parents and ancestors, has led many Chinese adults to continue living with their parents even after they reach adulthood. This practice helps to maintain close family ties and provide support for aging parents.

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    Which of the following iconic buildings is not located in Beijing?

    • The Chinese Coin

    • The Water Cube

    • The Bird’s Nest

    • The Egg Shell

    Correct Answer
    A. The Chinese Coin
    Explanation
    The Chinese Coin is not located in Beijing. This is because the Chinese Coin is not an iconic building, but rather a form of currency in China. The Water Cube, the Bird's Nest, and the Egg Shell are all iconic buildings that are indeed located in Beijing.

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    Yum, Chinese Food. Who doesn’t love it? But would you believe the following “food” originated in China?

    • Ketchup

    • Olive oil

    • Mustard

    • Mayonnaise

    Correct Answer
    A. Ketchup
    Explanation
    Ketchup is believed to have originated in China. It was originally a fermented fish sauce called "ke-tsiap" and was made from anchovies, walnuts, mushrooms, and kidney beans. It was later introduced to Europe by traders and underwent various modifications, including the addition of tomatoes, which eventually led to the ketchup we know today.

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    For more than 2,000 years, Chinese Emperors held this animal sacred:

    • The Phoenix

    • The Pekingese Dog

    • The Panda

    • The Golden Lion

    Correct Answer
    A. The Pekingese Dog
    Explanation
    The Pekingese Dog was held sacred by Chinese Emperors for more than 2,000 years. This breed of dog has a long history in China and was considered a symbol of royalty and power. The Pekingese Dog was often kept in the imperial palace and was treated with great respect and admiration. Its small size, lion-like appearance, and loyal nature made it a favorite among the Chinese Emperors.

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    Well, Ni Hao to you, too. What is the proper way to greet your Chinese host?

    • A bow

    • A hug

    • A kiss on the cheek

    • A handshake

    Correct Answer
    A. A handshake
    Explanation
    In Chinese culture, a handshake is the proper way to greet a Chinese host. This is because bowing is more commonly practiced in Japanese culture, hugging and kissing on the cheek are not traditional greetings in Chinese culture. A handshake is seen as respectful and a formal way to greet someone in China.

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