The Legend of the Chinese Zodiac I StigglyPop Stories
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The Chinese zodiac animals competed in a race to determine the order of the zodiac based on the Jade Emperor's decision. Each animal used different strategies to cross the river, with the rat ultimately tricking the ox to win the first year in the zodiac.
Insights
- The rat's clever trickery in the race secured its victory and the naming of the first year in the Chinese zodiac, showcasing the importance of wit and strategy in achieving success.
- The story highlights the diverse characteristics and behaviors of each zodiac animal, emphasizing the significance of individual traits and actions in determining outcomes, such as the dog's distraction leading to its 11th place finish.
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Recent questions
How did the Chinese zodiac animals determine the order?
By participating in a race across the river.
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Summary
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Chinese Zodiac Race Determines Animal Order
- The Chinese New Year was approaching, and the animals of the zodiac were competing to have the year named after them. The Jade Emperor decided on a race across the river, with the rat being the first to cross, followed by the ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog, and pig, determining the order of the zodiac animals.
- The rat tricked the ox, securing its victory in the race and the naming of the first year in the Chinese zodiac. Each animal used different strategies to cross the river, with the dog coming in 11th place due to taking a bath instead of focusing on the race, while the narrator finished last after being pushed by the rat.
