Christmas I
When do people in Britain usually put their Christmas trees up ?
from the beginning of December
Something which makes a ringing sound.
bell
When does Father Christmas come ?
in the night of the 24th December
What do people in the UK traditionally eat for Christmas ?
The animal which pulls Father Christmas's sleigh.
reindeer
What do people in Britain traditionally decorate Christmas tress with (2 decorations) ?
fairy lights and glass balls (baubles)
What is the day after Christmas Day called ?
Boxing Day
What do people do under the mistletoe ?
kiss
What is the time before Christmas called ?
Advent
How does Father Christmas get into the house ?
down the chimney
These things have jokes, paper hats and a small gift in them.
Christmas crackers
According to the Bible, what the three wise Kings followed to get to Bethlehem.
star
What is "carol" in German ?
Weihnachtslied
What do you usually find on top of a Christmas tree ?
a star or a fairy
wrapping
Usually only found outside, but at Christmas most homes have one inside too.
tree
Special Christmas pies in Britain are called ..... pies.
Mince pies
The day after Christmas Day is called ......
Boxing Day
Usually made of holly and hung on the door at Christmas.
wreath
Old fashioned word for sock. Children hang them up on Christmas Eve for Father Christmas tu put their presents into.
stockings
What is Hogmanay (3) ?
a big party, the last day of the year in Scotland, Gaelic for New Morning (one maidne)
The bed - in the stable - which Jesus was said to lie in.
crib
Turn "it" upside down then add north, south, east and left - and you've got something to put on your Christmas tree.
What is there in a Christas pudding (3) ?
a lot of brandy, a coin (e.g. £ 1 coin), a lot of fruit
What are the (7) names of Santa Claus’ reindeers.
Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, and Blitzen