Christmas Traditions and Facts Quiz
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Which country is the largest exporter of natural Christmas trees in Europe?

  • Sweden
  • Denmark (correct)
  • Germany
  • Finland
  • What traditional Christmas dinner does Scrooge have in Charles Dickens’ 'A Christmas Carol'?

  • Gruel (correct)
  • Turkey
  • Roast Duck
  • Beef Wellington
  • What is the main color of the berries of the mistletoe plant?

  • White (correct)
  • Yellow
  • Red
  • Blue
  • Which saint's day is celebrated on December 26th?

    <p>St. Stephen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which modern-day country was Saint Nicholas born?

    <p>Turkey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do you say 'Merry Christmas' in Spanish?

    <p>Feliz Navidad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which reindeer's name means 'thunder'?

    <p>Donner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the tradition of filling children's clogs with candy?

    <p>The Netherlands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these gifts did the three wise men give Jesus?

    <p>Gold, frankincense, and myrrh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Twelve Days of Christmas traditionally ends on January 6th.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the color of Santa Claus's original suit?

    <p>Tan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The famous __________ is a gift to London from Oslo, Norway.

    <p>Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the Christmas-related items to their descriptions:

    <p>Bells = Typically on the shoes of elves Capricorn = Star sign for those born on Christmas Day Robins = Commonly found on Christmas cards Eggnog = Christmas beverage credited to England</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of bird is commonly associated with Christmas cards?

    <p>Robin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    La Befana is a Christmas tradition in Italy.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many ghosts visit Scrooge in 'A Christmas Carol'?

    <p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Christmas Traditions and Facts

    • The Twelve Days of Christmas traditionally ends on January 6th.
    • The first reindeer alphabetically in Santa's team is Blitzen.
    • Oslo, Norway gives London the Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree annually, since 1947.
    • People born on Christmas Day are typically a Capricorn.
    • Mistletoe, originally mistaltan, translates to "dung on a stick" from the Anglo-Saxon word "tan".
    • "Merry Christmas" in Spanish is "Feliz Navidad".
    • Denmark is Europe's largest exporter of natural Christmas trees.
    • Elves usually have bells on their shoes.
    • Santa Claus originally wore a tan suit before the iconic red one.
    • Robins commonly appear on Christmas cards.
    • The three wise men gifted Jesus gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
    • Small, inexpensive gifts are called stocking fillers.
    • Donner (or Donder) is the reindeer whose name means "thunder".
    • Saint Nicholas was born in modern-day Turkey.
    • Mistletoe berries are primarily white.
    • England is credited with creating eggnog.
    • The last day of Advent is December 24th.
    • Four ghosts visit Ebenezer Scrooge in "A Christmas Carol".
    • Scrooge's Christmas dinner in "A Christmas Carol" is gruel.
    • Italy (La Befana) is known for its tradition of a witch delivering presents.
    • Saint Stephen's Day is celebrated on December 26th.
    • Christmas Island is in the Indian Ocean.
    • The King's speech on Christmas Day is usually broadcast at 3pm.
    • The word "Christmas" is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
    • The Netherlands has a tradition of filling children's clogs with candy.
    • The Rubik's Cube, a popular 1980s toy, was invented by a Budapest architect to teach spatial awareness.

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    Test your knowledge of Christmas traditions and interesting facts with this fun quiz! Learn about the origins of festive customs and trivia related to the holiday season. It's a perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit and impress your friends with your knowledge!

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