According to myth, as the new year approached, twelve animals were arguing. There was a rat, an ox, a tiger, a sheep, a rabbit, a dragon, a snake, a dog, a horse, a rooster, a monkey, and a pig.

With Chinese New Year (or Lunar New Year) quickly approaching, some may wonder why this coming year is the Year of the Snake, why each year is represented by an animal and the story behind it all.

Do you know the Chinese and Lunar New Year Story? Watch and find out how the animals of the Chinese Zodiac decided who would have which year named after them. You can find out which Chinese ...