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Christmas usually starts during this time of the month in the Philippines
When is September
The angel who appeared before the Virgin Mary to announce that she will be with child through the power of the Holy Spirit
Who is Angel Gabriel?
This famous Christmas song describes a wintery ride in a one horse open-sleigh, but never once mentioned the word Christmas
What is Jingle Bells
The other reindeers would not let Rudolph join in any of these activities
What is reindeer games?
Children leave this tasty treat for Santa during Christmas eve
What are milk and cookies?
A traditional star-shaped Filipino Christmas lantern, symbolizing the star of Bethelem. Usually made of paper, bamboo and lights.
What is a Parol
The wise men brought these 3 gifts for baby Jesus, not the most useful items to give to a newborn
What is gold, franckinsense and myrhh
In the "Twelve Days of Christmas" , the singer's true love gives them five of these shining pieces of jewelry on day five
What golden rings
This is a Christmas plant popular for its bright red leaves
What is a ponsettia?
A traditional Filipino purple steamed rice cake associated with Christmas
What is puto bumbong?
This famous Christmas song written and performed by Jose Mari Chan signals the start of the Christmas season in the Philippines
What is "Christmas in Our Hearts"?
Joseph and Mary had to travel to this little town to register for the census.
What is Bethlehem?
This mythical winter sprite is nipping at your nose in "The Christmas song"
Who is Jack Frost?
This "Home Alone" character fends of rubbers by pretending there were a lot of people in the house
Who is Kevin Mcalister?
Consumers buy this Christmas loaves made with preserved fruits. Its a Christmas loaf that people love to hate
What is a fruit cake?
Traditional simbang gabi or dawn masses start and end on these dates.
When is Dec 16 - 24?
The prophet Jeremiah foretold that from this King's lineage a saviour will be born.
Who is King David
This 1994 hit by Mariah Carey, is the best selling Christmas single entry recorded by a female artist, as well as one of the highest selling singles music in history
What is "All I Want for Christmas?"
These two items traditionally appear on top of the Christmas tree
What are stars and angels?
These classic Christmas sweets begin as stripped loaves before a machine pulls and twists it into a hook shaped treat
What are candy canes?
A late night feast with family filled with traditional dishes of lechon, ham, spaghetti and sweets symbolizing togetherness and welcoming Christmas Day
What is Noche Buena?
These are the names of the 3 wise men or Magi who visited baby Jesus in Jerusalem
Who are Melchor, Caspar and Balthazar
This ex-beatle wrote and recorded "Wonderful Christmastime" during the 1980s for his second solo album
Who is Paul Mcarthney?
Santa keeps this two lists to determine who gets presents and who does not
What is the Naughty and Nice list?
A tasty dish commonly served during Noche Buena made with chicken stuffed with chorizo and many other rich fillings
What is Chicken Gallentina or Chicken Relleno?