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1. 2007 is known as "The Year Of The Pig", but it is often referred to as the year of this animal.
2. This California city which has one of the largest Chinese communities outside of China is host to a colorful Lunar New Year celebration.
3. Even though there is little connection between Western and Eastern astrology, both have this number of divisions in their respective cycles.
4. In addition to the animal representing a particular year, there are five element signs indicating the 'type' of animal you represent. These elements are wood, fire, water, metal, and _________.
5. No one really knows how the 12 animals were chosen, but the most accepted fable has this religious leader issuing a call to all animals of the world to come before him and pay their respects.
6. The Lunar New Year (often called the Chinese New Year) is celebrated on the same day every year, just like the West's January 1st.
7. The Rat has special importance in the Lunar New Year cycle. Why?
8. I mentioned earlier that our images of animals such as the Pig are very different in the Lunar calendar. Which of these three qualities would you associate with a Pig person? (Hint: 3 are good, one not so good)
9. In 1985, a movie about criminal activities in the Chinese 'underworld' of New York City was made, starring Mickey Rourke and featuring a screenplay written by Oliver Stone.
10. Hopefully I tickled your interest in learning more about this fascinating holiday. If so, how would you find information on the Lunar New Year?
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