Christmas Traditions
Which plant, often used as decoration during Christmas, is famous for having red and green leaves?
Poinsettia
What is Santa Claus also known as in many European countries?
Saint Nicholas
In which city of India is the famous Basilica of Bom Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage site, located?
Goa
Which popular Christmas song begins with the lyrics “Dashing through the snow”?
Jingle Bells
Which city is world-famous for its New Year’s Eve ball drop?
New York
Which three colours are most commonly associated with Christmas decorations?
Red, Green and Gold
What is the name of the red-nosed reindeer that leads Santa’s sleigh?
Rudolph
Christmas feasts and midnight masses are major parts of celebrations in which Indian state?
Kerala
What is the star placed on top of a Christmas tree meant to represent?
The Star of Bethlehem
Which fruit is traditionally eaten in Spain at midnight on New Year’s Eve—one for each strike of the clock?
Grapes
What is traditionally used to count down the days until Christmas?
Advent Calendar
Which country is known for creating the tradition of Santa’s sleigh being pulled by reindeer?
Finland
What is the traditional Christmas cake in India commonly made with?
Dried fruits soaked in rum or juice
What does the word “Christmas” literally mean? (Hint: relates to Christ + Mass)
Mass of Christ
In many cultures, what food symbolizes prosperity and is eaten on New Year’s Day?
Lentils
Which spice is most commonly associated with the aroma of Christmas, often used in cakes and mulled drinks?
Cinnamon
Where is the birthplace of Jesus?
Bethlehem
Which Indian state is known for celebrating Christmas with large community carol singing, star lanterns, and bamboo decorations?
Nagaland
What is the most widely sung English Christmas carol of all time, often performed by choirs around the world?
Silent Night
Which famous landmark hosts one of the world’s largest New Year fireworks shows?
Sydney Opera House
Which country is famous for creating the tradition of sending Christmas cards in the 19th century?
United Kingdom
Which famous Christmas ballet features a character called the Sugar Plum Fairy?
The Nutcracker
Which country is credited with starting the tradition of decorating Christmas trees?
Germany
Which country is the first to enter the New Year due to its time zone?
New Zealand
Which animal is commonly associated with New Year in the Chinese zodiac?
Tiger