1. In the west the number thirteen is almost synonymous with bad luck, but which of these numbers is unlucky in China? Two Three Four Seven

2. ...and which of these numbers is lucky? Five Sixteen Ten Eight

3. Many people like to wear all new clothes at Chinese New Year. What colour should your nice new underpants be? Yellow Blue Red Gold

4. Black is often associated with bad luck or sadness in the west, but which colour has these connotations in China? White Orange Green Grey

5. What might Chinese people put above their front door to ward off bad luck? A mirror A horseshoe The "double happiness" character A stalk of bamboo

6. Which of the following things do Cantonese people say you should not buy for your girl/boyfriend or spouse? Underwear An umbrella Shoes A watch

7. Which year of the Chinese zodiac is considered a particularly lucky time to be born? Dragon Sheep Tiger Rat

8. Some dates and times are better than others in the Chinese calendar. Which lunar month might be considered unlucky? The seventh The tenth The second The sixth

9. Gambling is very popular in Chinese culture. Which of the following things should you not do before placing your bets? Eat noodles Get a haircut Change your clothes Make a phone call

10. Finally, what should you not do with your chopsticks? Cross them Help yourself from a communal dish Use the wrong ends Stand them upright in your food