Multiple choice general knowledge culture

Which one of the following foods has NOT been associated with bringing good luck in the new year?

  1. Cabbage

  2. Ham

  3. Cranberries

  4. Black-eyed peas
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Explanation

Black-eyed peas (Southern US), cabbage/sauerkraut (German/European), and ham (various cultures) are all traditional New Year's foods believed to bring prosperity and luck. Cranberries have no specific New Year's luck tradition in any major culture - they're associated more with Thanksgiving and general health.

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