Food and Decorations
What kind of tree is put up at Christmas?
Christmas tree
Where are the gifts usually placed?
under the Christmas tree
a synonym to "funny; amusing"
humorous
a synonym to the word "expensive"
pricey
Name at least three things used to decorate a Christmas tree
lights/ornaments/tinsel/baubles/a star or an angel
What do people hang over the fireplace mantel to place their gifts?
their own stockings, or socks
vehicle with runners pulled by animals over snow
sleigh
safe place, haven
shelter
What is the name of a Christmas decoration which is in a circular shape and is hung on the door?
a wreath
Who wrote a favorite Christmas story “A Christmas Carol”?
to hold dear; to appreciate
to cherish
to replace something or someone
substitute
Name at least five food items or drinks prepared for Christmas
turkey/ham/cranberry sause/fruitcake/eggnog/gingerbread/pies/cookies
Who is the author of another popular Christmas production - a ballet “The Nutcracker”?
Peter Ilich Tchaikovsky
not having a factual basis, relating to a myth or story
mythological
the action of looking forward, thinking of the future
anticipation
What is the name of the plant often used to decorate inside the house?
bright red poinsettia plants
Why has been Christmas associated with gift giving?
Because the Wise Men (magi) brought gifts to welcome the newborn baby Jesus
to exploit for profit
commercialize
something which is of or relating to worldly concerns; nonreligious
secular