Christmas celebration
When is Christmas Eve?
On 24 December
What are Christmas stockings?
Large socks that are hung by the fireplace for Santa Claus to fill with small gifts, treats, or surprises on Christmas Eve.
What do people in the UK traditionally eat for Christmas dinner? It's a bird.
Roast Turkey
Where is Santa's workshop?
At the North Pole
What is 31 December called?
New Year's Eve
When is Christmas Day?
On 25 December
In England, it is customary to place two items on top of the Christmas tree. What are these items?
An angel or a star.
What is brown, crusty and has icing on top?
What are Santa's little helpers called?
Elves
When is New Year's Day celebrated?
January 1st
Which country gives a gift of a huge Christmas tree for Trafalgar Square in London every year?
Norway
What do people traditionally do under the mistletoe?
The most well-known custom associated with mistletoe is that when two people find themselves standing under it, they are expected to kiss.
What is traditionally hidden inside a Christmas pudding?
A coin. It was believed to bring good luck and prosperity to the person who found it while eating the pudding.
How many reindeer pull Santa's sleigh on Christmas Eve?
Santa’s sleigh is traditionally pulled by nine reindeer:
What is the traditional drink served at midnight to celebrate New Year's Eve in many cultures?
Champagne
What is Boxing Day?
A holiday celebrated on December 26th, the day after Christmas. It's a day for relaxation, shopping, and charitable acts.
What are Christmas songs called?
Christmas Carols
What are mince pies?
Sweet little cakes filled with raisins and other dried fruit.
How does Santa enter homes to deliver presents?
Through the chimney
What are New Year's resolutions?
Personal promises or goals people make at the beginning of the year to improve themselves, build new habits, or make positive changes.
Which royal couple started off the fashion for Christmas trees?
a) King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn
b) Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
c) Queen Elisabeth II and Prince Philip
Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
What do you do with tinsel?
Decorate the Christmas tree. Tinsel - kuusekard
What is the name of a traditional Christmas drink made from eggs, milk, sugar, and spices?
Eggnog
It's often spiked with rum, whiskey, or brandy.
Saint Nicholas
Which calendar marks January 1st as the start of the New Year?
The Gregorian calendar