Christmas Traditions
Which country is known for the tradition of hiding a pickle ornament in the Christmas tree?
A) Germany B) Mexico C) USA D) France
Germany
In the UK, what is the traditional dessert served at Christmas?
A) Pavlova B) Mince pies C) Christmas pudding D) Fruitcake
Christmas pudding
Which country introduced the modern tradition of decorating a Christmas tree?
A) Germany B) USA C) Norway D) Finland
Germany
What is the name of the character who tries to steal Christmas in Dr. Seuss’s story?
A) The Grinch B) Ebenezer Scrooge C) Jack Frost D) Krampus
The Grinch
In which country do people celebrate "La Befana," a gift-giving witch, instead of Santa Claus?
A) Italy B) Spain C) Greece D) Portugal
Italy
Tamales are a traditional Christmas food in which region?
A) Latin America B) Asia C) Europe D) Africa
Latin America
What flower is widely used as a Christmas decoration and is native to Mexico?
A) Poinsettia B) Holly C) Mistletoe D) Amaryllis
Poinsettia
Which saint is widely recognized as the inspiration for Santa Claus?
A) St. Peter B) St. Nicholas C) St. John D) St. Benedict
St. Nicholas
Which country celebrates Christmas by lighting giant lanterns during the Giant Lantern Festival?
A) Philippines B) Japan C) Thailand D) South Korea
Philippines
What is a popular Christmas drink in Germany, often served at Christmas markets?
A) Eggnog B) Mulled wine C) Hot chocolate D) Apple cider
Mulled wine
In Ukraine, which unusual decoration symbolizes good luck during Christmas?
A) Spider webs B) Wheat stalks C) Silver bells D) Peacocks
Spider webs
In Germany, which sinister companion of St. Nicholas punishes naughty children?
A) Krampus B) Belsnickel C) Perchta D) Knecht Ruprecht
Krampus
In which country is "Jólabókaflóð," or the Christmas Book Flood, a popular tradition?
A) Norway B) Iceland C) Sweden D) Denmark
Iceland
In Japan, what fast-food meal has become a Christmas tradition?
A) McDonald's burgers B) KFC fried chicken C) Domino's pizza D) Subway sandwiches
KFC fried chicken
What is the name of the Christmas decoration made of evergreen branches and often hung on doors?
A) Garland B) Mistletoe C) Wreath D) Holly
Wreath
According to the legend, what brought the Little Drummer Boy to baby Jesus?
A) A star B) His drum C) A camel D) A shepherd
His drum
Which country's children write letters to "Baby Jesus" instead of Santa Claus?
A) Germany B) Venezuela C) Colombia D) Austria
Colombia
In Sweden, what is the name of the Christmas buffet that features dishes like pickled herring and meatballs?
A) Smörgåsbord B) Julbord C) Fika D) Lutfisk
Julbord
Which animal is often depicted pulling Santa's sleigh?
A) Horses B) Moose C) Reindeer D) Elk
Reindeer
In "A Christmas Carol," what is the first ghost to visit Ebenezer Scrooge?
A) Ghost of Christmas Past B) Ghost of Christmas Present C) Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come D) Jacob Marley
Jacob Marley