Let’s look at some New Year’s trivia questions and answers as we ring in 2024. Can you stump your friends with any of these? We’re asking these in our New Year’s Livestream on our Be Bodacious YouTube Channel. The stream will air 12/30/2023 at 7:30 pm EST. Come join us!
1. Question: Which country celebrates New Year’s first, and what traditional event marks the occasion?
- Answer: The first place to ring in the New Year is Kiritimati Island, which is part of the Republic of Kiribati. The small region is also known as Christmas Island, which is in the world’s farthest forward time zone, making it 19 hours ahead of places like NYC
- Source: Parade.com
2. Question: What is the origin of the New Year’s resolution tradition, and when did it become popular?
- Answer: The tradition of making New Year’s resolutions dates back to ancient Babylon around 4,000 years ago. The practice became popular in the Western world in the early 20th century.
- Source: History.com – The History of New Year’s Resolutions
3. Question: In which city is the famous New Year’s Eve ball drop held, and what is the history behind it?
- Answer: The iconic New Year’s Eve ball drop takes place in Times Square, New York City. The tradition began in 1907 as a celebration of the new headquarters for The New York Times.
- Source: The History Behind the New Year’s Eve Ball Drop in Times Square
4. Question: Why do we blow horns at midnight on New Year’s Eve?
- Answer: According to lore, making noise at midnight is said to ward off evil spirits and intentions as you enter a new year.
- Source: Why Making Noise At Midnight On New Year’s Eve Is Good Luck
5. Question: Which U.S. city is renowned for dropping a giant, illuminated peach as part of its New Year’s Eve celebration, and what is the significance of this tradition?
- Answer: Atlanta, Georgia, is known for dropping a giant, illuminated peach during its New Year’s Eve celebration. The peach symbolizes Georgia’s status as the “Peach State” and represents the state’s agricultural abundance.
- Source: From Opossums to Bologna: Weird Things Cities Drop on New Year’s Eve
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