Christmas Traditions
What colour are Santa’s traditional clothes?
Red and White
In which country is Christmas called “Navidad”?
Spain
Finish the lyric: “Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the ___.”
way
What type of dessert, topped with cream and fresh fruit, is a Kiwi Christmas favourite?
Pavlova
What tree is known as New Zealand’s Christmas tree because of its bright red flowers?
Pōhutukawa
What plant is commonly hung in doorways for people to kiss under
Mistletoe
Which country celebrates Christmas with a tradition called “Las Posadas”?
Mexico
Which song begins with the lyrics “You better watch out, you better not cry”?
Santa Claus Is Coming to Town
What chilled dessert, made with sponge, jelly, custard, and cream, is often served at New Zealand Christmas celebrations?
Trifle
In New Zealand, Christmas falls in which season?
Summer
In which country did the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree originate?
Germany
In Japan, what fast-food meal is famously popular on Christmas Day?
KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken)
What Christmas song was originally written for Thanksgiving?
Jingle Bells
What traditional British dessert is still popular in New Zealand at Christmas?
Christmas pudding
What popular outdoor activity do many Kiwis enjoy on Christmas Day?
A barbecue (or “barbie”)
What type of tree is most commonly used as a Christmas tree in New Zealand homes?
Radiata pine
also accepting pine tree
In which country do people hide brooms on Christmas Eve to stop witches from stealing them?
Norway
What is the name of the bright red-flowering tree mentioned in the song 'Aotearoa Christmas?
Pōhutukawa Tree
Which berry is commonly used to decorate pavlova at Christmas in NZ?
Which beach tradition is common for Kiwi families on Christmas Day?
Swimming or playing cricket on the beach
Which country is credited with creating the Advent calendar?
Germany
What is the name of the Christmas witch who delivers gifts to children in Italy?
La Befana
In the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” what gift is given on the 7th day?
Seven swans a-swimming
What cold meat dish is often served alongside salads for a Kiwi Christmas lunch?
Ham
What is the name of the Māori word for Christmas?
Kirihimete