History trivia: Interesting facts about the Hung Kings

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Have you ever wondered about the stories legends surrounding the Hung Kings – the first kings in Vietnamese history? Besides the top 7 educational games about the Hung King theme, you can help children understand the Hung Vuong period through these history puzzles. Now try your hand at the history riddles below to test your knowledge!

Question 1. Who was the first Hung King, and what regnal name did he take?

According to legend, the first Hung King was Hung Lang, the son of Lac Long Quan and Au Co, and his regnal title was Hung Quoc Vuong.

Question 2. When was Văn Lang founded?

Văn Lang, the first nation of the Vietnamese people, was founded around the 7th century BCE, under the reign of the Hung Kings.

Question 3. How many generations of Hung Kings were there?

There were 18 Hung Kings.

Question 4. What is the surname of the Hung Kings?

The Hong Bang lineage.

Question 5. Who was the first king of ancient Vietnam? What name did he give to the country?

The first king of ancient Vietnam was King Kinh Dương Vương, who ascended the throne in 2879 BCE. He named the country Xích Quỷ.

Additional explanation: The first dynasty (Hong Bang) of Vietnam comprises 20 generations: Kinh Dương Vương, Lạc Long Quân, and 18 Hung Kings (from the 1st to the 18th).

Question 6. According to legend, Lac Long Quan is the eldest son of whom? Who did Lac Long Quan marry?

Lạc Long Quân, also called Sùng Lãm, is the eldest son of Kinh Dương Vương (also named Lộc Tục, son of Đế Minh) and Long Nữ (daughter of Động Đình). Lac Long Quan married Au Cơ.

Question 7. Which Hung King is linked to the Sơn Tinh – Thủy Tinh legend?

The Sơn Tinh – Thủy Tinh legend is associated with the 18th Hung King, when he organized a marriage betrothal for his daughter Mị Nương.

Question 8. What is another name for Sơn Tinh?

Sơn Tinh is also known as the Mountain God Tan Vien, symbolizing the strength of the mountains and forests.

Question 9. Why are Vietnamese people proudly called "Descendants of the Dragon and Fairy"?

Legend says that Lạc Long Quân, bearing dragon’s blood, united with Au Cơ, who is of celestial lineage. They bore 100 children, 50 of whom followed their father to the sea and 50 followed their mother to the mountains, becoming the ancestors of the Vietnamese.

Question 10. What was the main occupation of the Vietnamese during the Hung King era?

The Vietnamese in this period primarily practiced agriculture, especially wet-rice farming. They also engaged in fishing, netting, and metallurgy.

Question 11. In the Hung Vuong era, what were civil officials called? What were military officers called?

Civil officials were called Lạc Hầu, military officers were called Lạc Tướng.

Question 12. Where was the capital during the Hung Kings era? What is it called today?

The capital was at Phong Châu, which is today in Phú Thọ Province.

Question 13. The legend of Phù Đổng Thiên Vương occurs during which Hung King?

The legend of Phù Đổng Thiên Vương, also known as Saint Gióng, takes place during the 6th Hung King, when he defeated the Yin invaders.

Question 14. What were the sons and daughters of the Hung King called?

The king's sons were called Quan Lang, and his daughters were called Mị Nương.

Question 15. The Trầu Cau legend occurs during which Hung King?

The Trầu Cau legend occurs during the 3rd Hung King, telling of deep brotherly love and conjugal fidelity.

Question 16. What is the meaning of bánh chưng and bánh dày in the legend?

Bánh chưng and bánh dày symbolize Heaven and Earth, expressing the gratitude of descendants toward their parents and ancestors.

Question 17. Which Hung King is connected with the legend of bánh chưng, bánh dày?

The legend of bánh chưng, bánh dày is associated with the 6th Hung King, when he organized a contest to find a successor.

Question 19. How many years did the Hong Bang lineage last?

The Hong Bang lineage, the dynasty of the Hung Kings, lasted about 2622 years, from 2879 BCE to 258 BCE.

Question 20. Which king replaced the Hung Kings?

An Dương Vương - Thục Phán defeated the 18th Hung King and established the country of Âu Lạc, ending the Hung Vuong dynasty.

Question 21. The meaning of the Sơn Tinh – Thủy Tinh legend?

This legend explains the annual floods and expresses the ancient Vietnamese people's aspiration to conquer nature.

Question 22. Where did Phù Đổng Thiên Vương ascend to the heavens?

After defeating the Yin invaders, Phù Đổng Thiên Vương rode his horse and flew to the heavens from Sóc Mountain, in Sóc Sơn District, Hanoi today.

Question 23. Who is the main character in the legend of Chử Đổng Tử? Content and meaning of the legend.

The main character is Chử Đổng Tử, a poor young man, and his wife is Tiên Dung, the daughter of the 18th Hung King.

Chử Đổng Tử is a poor boy living by the Red River; his father died early, and he only has a loincloth to cover himself. Princess Tiên Dung, while traveling, happened to meet him and decided to marry. The couple went into business, studied the Way, and became wealthy. By magic, they built a magnificent palace. The Hung King feared, sent troops to suppress them, but Chử Đổng Tử and Tiên Dung and the palace suddenly rose to the skies. This legend praises filial piety, love that transcends class, and the spirit of striving in life. Chử Đổng Tử is one of the "Tứ bất tử" in Vietnamese belief.

Question 24. Why did ancient Vietnamese people have the custom of tattooing themselves?

Ancient Vietnamese people tattooed themselves to avoid attacks by water demons when going into the water, according to the legend of Lạc Long Quân. People believed that the marks on the body would cause crocodiles and other dangerous creatures to mistake them for their own kind, thus not harming them. This is also considered the origin of tattoo art in Vietnamese culture.

Question 25. On which day is the Hung Kings' Temple Festival held?

The Hung Kings' Temple Festival is held on the 10th day of the 3rd lunar month each year, a time for people to remember the Hung Kings' merits.

Question 26. Where is the Hung Temple located?

The Hung Temple is located in Phú Thọ, considered the homeland of the Vietnamese nation.

Question 27. What is the famous saying of Uncle Ho related to the Hung Kings?
The saying "The Hung Kings contributed to building the country; you and I must safeguard the country together" was spoken by Ho Chi Minh, reminding us of the patriotic tradition and protecting the homeland.

Through these history riddles about the Hung Kings, have you learned more about the origins and legends associated with the first kings of Vietnam?

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