English Quiz: New Year in US

1. Where does the famous ball drop occur on New Year’s Eve? ______. Times Square, New York
a) Times Square, New York (Times Square, New York)
b) Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles (Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles)
c) The Strip, Las Vegas (The Strip, Las Vegas)

2. What time does the ball drop in New York to mark the New Year? ______. Midnight
a) 11 PM (23 Uhr)
b) Midnight (Mitternacht)
c) 1 AM (1 Uhr morgens)

3. What song is traditionally sung in the US at midnight? ______. "Auld Lang Syne"
a) "Auld Lang Syne" ("Auld Lang Syne")
b) "America the Beautiful" ("America the Beautiful")
c) "New York, New York" ("New York, New York")

4. What is the most popular drink at New Year’s Eve parties in the US? ______. Champagne
a) Champagne (Champagner)
b) Beer (Bier)
c) Whiskey (Whisky)

5. What do people in the southern US traditionally eat on New Year’s Day for good luck? ______. Black-eyed peas and greens
a) Black-eyed peas and greens (Schwarzäugige Bohnen und Grünzeug)
b) Fried Chicken (Frittiertes Hühnchen)
c) Cornbread (Maisbrot)

6. What is the most common New Year’s resolution in the US? ______. Lose weight
a) Lose weight (Abnehmen)
b) Save money (Geld sparen)
c) Travel (Reisen)

7. What is the name of the famous college football games played on New Year’s Day? ______. Rose Bowl
a) Super Bowl (Super Bowl)
b) Rose Bowl (Rose Bowl)
c) Sugar Bowl (Sugar Bowl)

8. Which city is known for its spectacular fireworks display over the harbor? ______. San Francisco
a) New York City (New York City)
b) San Francisco (San Francisco)
c) Boston (Boston)

9. What fruit is dropped in Miami to celebrate New Year? ______. Orange
a) Orange (Orange)
b) Grapefruit (Grapefruit)
c) Lemon (Zitrone)

10. What is the name of the televised event in New York City on New Year’s Eve? ______. Rockin’ Eve
a) Rockin’ Eve (Rockin’ Eve)
b) Midnight Special (Mitternachtsspecial)
c) Countdown Live (Countdown Live)

11. What do people traditionally kiss at midnight for good luck? ______. A loved one
a) A loved one (Einen geliebten Menschen)
b) A stranger (Einen Fremden)
c) A pet (Ein Haustier)

12. What kind of weather is considered a sign of good luck in the US on New Year’s Day? ______. Clear skies
a) Snow (Schnee)
b) Clear skies (Klarer Himmel)
c) Rain (Regen)

13. What type of fireworks show is common in Las Vegas on New Year’s Eve? ______. Casino Fireworks
a) Strip Show (Strip Show)
b) Sky High Display (Hochfeuerwerk)
c) Casino Fireworks (Casino-Feuerwerk)

14. What is the name of the parade held in Pasadena, California, on New Year’s Day? ______. Tournament of Roses
a) Tournament of Roses (Turnier der Rosen)
b) New Year Parade (Neujahrsparade)
c) Grand Floral Parade (Große Blumenparade)

15. What is the famous New Year’s Eve food tradition in the Midwest US? ______. Pork and Sauerkraut
a) Pork and Sauerkraut (Schweinefleisch und Sauerkraut)
b) BBQ Ribs (BBQ-Rippchen)
c) Hot Dogs (Hot Dogs)