Crossword of the week: Chinese new year

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  1. 4. The name of a mythical beast that is said to come out during Chinese New Year to terrorize people (4).
  2. 6. A loud and colourful item used to scare away evil spirits during the celebrations (11).
  3. 8. A mythical creature often seen in Chinese New Year parades (6).
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  1. 1. A popular food eaten during Chinese New Year symbolising wealth and prosperity (8).
  2. 2. The Chinese animal signs that rotate on a 12-year cycle, with each year associated with a different animal (6).
  3. 3. A traditional decoration used to symbolize good luck during Chinese New Year (7).
  4. 5. A key theme of Chinese New Year, emphasizing the importance of family gatherings (7).
  5. 7. The colour most commonly associated with Chinese New Year, symbolizing good luck and happiness (3).