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Which Animal Opens the Chinese Zodiac Cycle?
Which animal opens the cycle of the Chinese zodiac?
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Which animal starts the Chinese zodiac?
The Rat starts the 12-year Chinese zodiac cycle, followed by the Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig.
What is the answer to the Chinese zodiac quiz question?
The answer is the Rat. According to the Great Race legend, it hitched a ride on the Ox and leaped off at the finish line to win first place.
Why is the Rat first in the Chinese zodiac?
Legend says the Jade Emperor ranked the animals by who crossed the river first. The clever Rat rode on the Ox's back and jumped ahead to claim the top spot.