The Nativity Story
Guyanese Christmas Traditions
Secular Christams
Christmas Carols
Christmas Traditions
100

Who were the first people to visit Jesus after His birth? 

The shepherds

100

What is the name of the fruit and spice-filled cake traditionally served during Christmas in Guyana?

Black cake

100

What red-nosed character helps Santa guide his sleigh?

Rudolph

100

Finish the lyric: "O come, all ye faithful, joyful and ______."

triumphant

100

What do people often hang on their doors to decorate for Christmas?

Wreath 

200

In which town was Jesus born?

Bethlehem

200

What drink, made from a special dried flower, is a popular Guyanese Christmas beverage?

Sorrel 

200

Which country is credited with starting the Christmas tree tradition?

Germany

200

Which carol contains the line, "Round yon Virgin, Mother and Child"?

Silent Night

200

What plant is traditionally kissed under during Christmas?

Mistletoe

300

Who told Mary that she would give birth to the Son of God?

The Angel Gabirel

300

Which type of meat is commonly served in a Guyanese pepperpot during Christmas?

Beef or pork

300

What is the name of the character who tries to steal Christmas in a Dr. Seuss book?

The Grinch

300

What carol features the lyrics, "Gloria in excelsis Deo"?

Angels We Have Heard on High

300

What is the name of the calendar used to count down the days to Christmas?

An advent calendar

400

What gifts did the Wise Men bring to Jesus?

Gold, frankincense, and myrrh

400

In Guyana, what is the cultural practice of "breaking the yard" during Christmas?

Cleaning and decorating the home

400

 In the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas," what is given on the fifth day?

Five Golden Rings

400

What is the oldest known Christmas carol?

The Hymn of the Angels or Jesus Refulsit Omnium

400

What is the traditional drink served hot during Christmas, made from milk or cream, sugar, and eggs?

Eggnog

500

Which ruler ordered the massacre of all boys under two years old in Bethlehem?

King Herod

500

What is the name of the popular Guyanese Christmas song sung by Dave Martins?

Not a blade of grass

500

What is the name of the famous ballet performed around Christmas that features the Sugar Plum Fairy?

The Nutcracker 

500

What carol was sung during the famous WWI Christmas truce of 1914?

Silent Night

500

What is a popular tradition where people exchange gifts anonymously, often drawing names in advance?

Secret Santa

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