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What is the traditional color combination for Christmas decorations?
Red and green.
What type of light is commonly used for outdoor Christmas displays due to its energy efficiency and long lifespan?
LED lights.
What ancient civilization is often linked to the early use of evergreen decorations during winter?
The Romans.
What is the name of the jolly man who delivers presents to children around the world on Christmas Eve?
Santa Claus.
In Lithuania, what is the name of the traditional Christmas Eve dinner, which consists of twelve meatless dishes to symbolize the twelve apostles?
Kūčios.
What shape symbolizing heaven often tops Christmas trees?
A star.
Which American inventor is credited with making the first string of electric Christmas lights?
Thomas Edison.
Which natural plant was traditionally hung indoors as a symbol of peace and goodwill?
Mistletoe.
What day marks the start of the traditional Christmas season in many Christian countries?
Advent.
What type of tree is most commonly used for Christmas trees in Lithuania, often decorated with handmade ornaments and candles?
Spruce tree.
What decorative item is traditionally hung on the front door during the holiday season?
A wreath.
In the 1950s, what innovative change did General Electric make to Christmas lights that greatly improved their safety and durability?
They introduced plastic bulbs to replace glass bulbs.
What symbolic meaning did evergreen plants have in ancient cultures?
Life.
In the United Kingdom, what is the day after Christmas commonly called?
Boxing Day.
In Lithuania, which sweet treat made from poppy seeds is commonly consumed during Kūčios, the traditional Christmas Eve dinner?
Poppy seed milk. (aguonų pienas)
In what country did the tradition of putting candles on a Christmas tree originate?
Germany.
Which famous animated Christmas movie features a magical train that takes children to the North Pole, with glowing lights on the train's tracks throughout the journey?
The Polar Express.
Which 4th-century Christian bishop’s feast day on December 6th influenced many gift-giving and decoration traditions during Christmas?
Saint Nicholas.
What plant is hung in doorways for good luck at Christmas in many European countries?
Holly.
During Kūčios, Lithuanian families traditionally place a specific dish made of what type of fish, symbolizing prosperity and abundance for the year ahead?
What specific material was originally used to create the first artificial Christmas trees, which were developed in Germany in the 19th century?
Goose feathers.
Which U.S. city is famous for its extravagant Dyker Heights Christmas lights?
Brooklyn.
In medieval Europe, what symbolic figure representing death and rebirth was often depicted during winter festivals alongside evergreen decorations?
The Green Man. (Holly King)
What ancient Roman festival, which involved feasting and gift-giving during the winter solstice, is thought to be one of the precursors to Christmas traditions?
Saturnalia.
In Lithuania, it's customary to leave a place setting for someone who cannot attend the Christmas meal. What is the reason behind this tradition, and who is the extra setting meant for?
The extra place setting is for deceased ancestors, honoring their spirits and inviting them to join the family in celebration on Christmas Eve.