Languages
What is Santa Claus called in France?
Père Noёl
What Christmas ballet is the most famous of all?
The Nutcracker
A popular drink in English-speaking countries (e.g. UK, US, Canada, …) around Christmas is …?
eggnog
One of the world’s oldest and largest Santa Claus parades takes place annually in which Canadian city?
Toronto
Where does the biggest Carnaval celebration of the world take place?
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
What language is spoken in Bethlehem, the traditional birthplace of Jesus, where "Merry Christmas" is said as "Milad Majid"?
Arabic
The legend of Santa Claus can be traced back to which historical figure?
the monk St. Nicholas, born sometime around A.D. 280 in Patara, near Myra in modern-day Turkey
What is the name of the British Christmas dessert traditionally set on fire before serving?
Christmas pudding
In which country is the Yule Goat, or Julbock, a traditional Christmas symbol?
Sweden
Which country celebrates Midsommar in late June?
Sweden
In which language do people say “Feliz Natal" to wish a Merry Christmas?
Portuguese
Which classic Christmas story features a character named Cindy Lou Who?
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Which European country is known for a Christmas dessert called panettone, a sweet bread filled with raisins and candied fruit?
Italy
In which country is Christmas celebrated on January 7 due to the Julian calendar
Russia
How do Mexican people call the day when they welcome back the spirits of loved ones who have died?
Día de Muertos
What is one of the most popular Christmas songs in Spanish?
¡Feliz Navidad, próspero año y felicidad!
In “A Christmas Carol“ by Charles Dickens, what is the name of Scrooge’s cheerful nephew?
Fred
On Christmas Eve in Southwestern Nova Scotia, Canada, it is traditional for many families to enjoy freshly caught …?
Lobster
In Mexico, people celebrate Christmas with a series of parties called Las Posadas. What do these parties reenact?
Mary and Joseph’s search for shelter in Bethlehem
In October/November, Indian people celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights. What do they celebrate?
the victory of good (light) over evil (dark)
"Heri ya Krismasi," meaning "Merry Christmas," is a festive greeting in Swahili, a language widely spoken in which African country?
Kenya
What is the title of the famous Christmas poem that begins with the line, "’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house"?
A Visit from St. Nicholas
The Malva Pudding, a beloved dessert made with apricot jam and often served during Christmas, originates from which country?
South Africa
In which country is the Giant Lantern Festival, featuring massive, intricate lanterns, an annual Christmas tradition?
Philippines
How do the Māori people in NZ call their New Year celebration in June/July?
Matariki