Christmas Vocabulary
A synonym for 'present'.
Gift
This jolly man is said to bring gifts to children on Christmas
Father Christmas / Santa Claus
This traditional Christmas treat has red and white stripes.
Candy cane
In this country, Christmas gifts are often brought by the Christkind, or 'Christ Child'.
Germany
The date on which Western Christians celebrate Christmas.
December the 25th.
A large sock hung by the fireplace for small gifts.
stocking
What do children hang up to be filled with candies?
stockings
What do you call the "Christmas" drink made from milk, sugar, and eggs?
Eggnog
In Sweden, a giant straw version of which animal is a common Christmas decoration.
goat
The mother of Jesus.
Mary
The colorful paper you wrap a gift in.
wrapping paper
In many countries, people send these paper greetings to friends and family for Christmas.
Christmas cards
In the old days, women in England who wanted to find a husband ate what at Christmas for good luck?
Gingerbread men
In Australia, December 25th often involves a barbecue or a trip to which sandy place?
the beach
Where was Jesus born?
Bethlehem
The period of four weeks before Christmas, a time of preparation.
Advent
The tradition of kissing under this plant is popular in many English-speaking countries.
mistletoe
In which country is KFC eaten as a Christmas tradition?
Japan
Where do people in Finland go on Christmas Eve?
The sauna
In 1644, Oliver Cromwell passed a law that made Christmas...
illegal
A decorative ball hung on a Christmas tree.
bauble or ornament
This is what naughty kids get in their stocking.
coal
A spicy drink, served hot, and made from red wine, oranges, and spices.
mulled wine
Which country is known for the tradition of hiding brooms on Christmas Eve?
Norway
The tradition of Christmas trees is said to have started in this European country.
Germany