By: Kerrie Ngo, Michelle Yang & Ronald Leung 十二生肖Chinese Zodiac By: Kerrie Ngo, Michelle Yang & Ronald Leung

老鼠 Rat First lucky animal of chinese zodiac Adaptable and popular with others Clever and adorable Thoughtful and curious Smart and wealthy Lack of concentration/stability Refuse to be influence Compatibility w/ Ox,Dragon, and Monkey Avoid: Rooster, Horse, and Rabbit Reason why rat was first, it was because back then the emperor in heaven ordered the animals would be desginated to be in the 12 month sign. The first 12 to arrive will be selected. at the time the cat and rat were good friends. The cat asked the rat to wake him up early because he wakes up late. The next day, the rat got excited and forgot about his promise to the cat and so when the rat got to the gathering. he met with the tiger,ox, horse and other animals who were faster than him. in order for the rat to not be behind. He went on top of the ox’s head and promise him to sing for him. in the end the ox and the rat were first and the ox was excited to be the first sign of the years, but unfortunately the rat slid right in front and became the first sign of the year.

牛 Ox A born leader A source of comfort for an ox and their friends and family A strong,tender, and affectionate partner Responsible and loyal Are hardworking and persistent Believe in themselves Compatibility w/ Rat,Snake,Pig and Rooster Avoid: Horse, Dog, and Sheep

虎 Tiger Brave, cruel,forceful, and terrifying Symbol of power Active and good at expressing themselves Likes to challenge and speed Protect themselves than others Tolerant and respected Women under Tiger are intelligent and faithful Easy to win others trust Compatibility w/ Horse and Dog Avoid: Snake and Monkey In ancient time, people would compare emperors w/ the tiger. It would be similar because of accompanying the emperor was like being next to a tiger

兔子 Rabbit Biggest threat to success is one’s emotions Gets influenza or the cold easily during the winter time Represents hope Tender and lovely Gentle, sensitive, compassionate, modest, and merciful Gets angry easily Soft spoken Compatibility w/ Sheep, Pig, and Dog Avoid: Rat and Dragon

龙 Dragon One of the most luckiest and most powerful zodiac signs Often center of attention Considered to have a lot of luck with love Has a very high reputation in China token of success, dignity, honor, etc. Most people born the year of the dragon are often leaders Hates being manipulated Somewhat arrogant and impatient Compatibility w/ Rat, Monkey, Rooster Avoid: Ox, Rabbit, and Dog

蛇 Snake Born Charming and popular Do lie when they can get away with it Has good luck Excellent manners Make their own decisions quickly and firmly careful and generous with friends/ family Are never noisy or outspoken Compatibility w/ Ox and Rooster Avoid: Tiger and Pig

马 Horse Are energetic and fond of travel Yearn for independence and freedom Are clever and kind to others Talk too much but are cheerful,talented,earthy and stubborn Like to entertain Usually impatient Strong endurance but with bad temper Compatibility w/ Tiger, Sheep, and Dog Avoid: Rat, Ox, and Rabbit

羊 Goat Mostly what people like Gentle and good-natured character dreams of living under protection Handy and likes to work with hands, if its art Loses its interest when its cleaning the house Want to find the right person with details Compatibility w/ Rabbit, Horse, and Pig Avoid:Ox and Dog

猴子 Monkey A party animal Charming and energetic Crave fun activities and stimulation Know how to have a good time Good listeners and take care of complicated situations with ease Adore Bananas Compatibility w/ Rat, Dragon, and Snake Avoid: Tiger and Pig

鸡 Rooster Carries evil spirits Honest, bright, communicative, capable and warm- hearted Strong self - respect and rely on others Born pretty/handsome Quick and has a hot temper Like to be busy and neat Compatibility w/ Ox, Dragon, and Snake Avoid: Rat, Rabbit, and Dog

狗 Dog Good leaders Know how to keep secrets Inspire other people’s confidence Man’s best friend Straight forward character Symbolizes fortune Compatibility w/ Tiger, Rabbit, and Horse Avoid: Ox, Dragon, and Sheep

猪 Pig Honest and frank Likes sleeping and eating Believes itself Quick tempered Kind and light hearted Compatibility w/ Sheep and Rabbit Avoid: Snake, Monkey, and Pig

Questions 1. Which zodiac animal is a party animal and loves fun activities? A: Monkey 2. Which zodiac animal was first in the year? A: Rat 3.Which zodiac animal is the most luckiest and powerful of the zodiac sign? A: Dragon 4. Which zodiac animal likes to sleep and eat? A: Pig

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