World traditions
Films and Cartoons
National Food
100
One of the most popular entertainments during New Year holidays in this country is Secret Santa. This game involves a secret gift exchange among family members, friends, or colleagues. Each participant randomly selects someone they need to prepare a gift for. The Secret Santa writes the recipient’s name on the present but does not reveal their own. All packages are placed under the tree. At the appointed time, usually at a party, participants gather together and each finds their gift. Everyone tries to guess who was their Secret Santa.
Great Britain
100
A fragment from which film is depicted in this picture?
Home Alone
100
It is a dessert or main dish in Britain, consisting of a mixture of ingredients such as flour, eggs, milk, spices and fruits that are baked or steamed.
Pudding
200
Following an ancient tradition, the people of this nation carry out a spring cleaning on December 13. All garbage and those things that have not been used for a long time are thrown away. All surfaces and the most secluded corners are carefully cleaned. With the help of water and soap, dirt is washed away from the exterior walls of houses and roads. Otherwise, the god Toshigami will not bring good luck.
Japan
200
In the town of Whoville, the humanoid people called Whos are filled with excitement about celebrating Christmas. However, the only one who is not thrilled is the grumpy, cantankerous and green-furred , whose heart is "two sizes too small".
The Grinch
200
A Russian non-alcoholic drink made from berries such as cranberries or lingonberries. It is often served on the New Year's table as a refreshing addition to the main dishes.
Morse
300
Known for their fiery temperament, they celebrate the New Year brightly and noisily. Previously, a popular tradition was to throw unnecessary things out of windows on New Year's Eve, but due to the risk of injury, this practice is gradually being abolished. However, any object that falls right in front of a passerby is considered a sign of good luck.
Italy
300
The story follows Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, who becomes bored with his routine and accidentally discovers Christmas Town.
Nightmare Before Christmas
300
A classic American dessert that can be presented in various flavors, including chocolate, berry, or caramel. It is often decorated with fruits or chocolate shavings.
Cheesecake
400
On New Year's Eve, people smash dishes against their friends' doors, and the number of shards determines the amount of luck they will have in the new year. This custom has changed a bit now - they smash the plates in advance and throw the shards on their neighbors' porches.
Denmark
400
This is an animated special based on the Peanuts comic strip. It tells the story of Charlie Brown as he struggles to find the true meaning of Christmas amidst the commercialization and chaos surrounding him. With the help of his friends, especially Linus, Charlie learns that the essence of Christmas lies in simplicity and goodwill.
A Charlie Brown Christmas
400
Salad of salted herring fillet with boiled root vegetables and egg under mayonnaise in Russian cuisine and cuisines of the former USSR.
Herring under a fur coat
500
Matches are a tradition at New Year's dinner. By lighting them and putting them in the fireplace, people believe that if the match burns completely, the year will bring happiness and good luck.
Netherlands
500
This is a comedy film about the Griswold family's disastrous attempts to have the perfect Christmas celebration, filled with slapstick humor and chaotic situations.
Christmas Vacation
500
Traditional Italian Christmas cake with raisins and candied fruit. This sweet bread symbolizes abundance and joy.
Panettone