Christmas History
Whose birthday does Christmas celebrate?
Jesus Christ's
What is the name of the songs people traditionally sing at Christmas?
Carols (or hymns!)
During Christmas, what season is it in Australia?
What plants do people use to decorate their house?
Christmas trees, mistletoe, poinsettias, holly
This Christmas candy is shaped like a hook and has red and white stripes
Candy canes
Where was Jesus born?
Bethlehem
Coal
What country was a famous Christmas witch?
Italy
A circular decoration that you can hang on a door at Christmas
Wreath
This is the snack typically left out for Santa Claus
Milk and cookies
What did the three wisemen gift to baby Jesus and his family?
Gold, frankincense, and myrrh
Approximately 1.3 billion of these are sent every year in the US during the holiday season
Christmas cards
Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
Germany
Santa flies around the world delivering toys in his ____
Sleigh
What popular winter drink is usually served with marshmallows?
Hot chocolate
Who told the shepherds about the birth of Jesus?
An angel
What do children hang over the fireplace to be filled with treats from Santa?
Stockings
What are the two dates that Christmas is celebrated throughout the world?
December 25 (Gregorian Calendar)
January 7 (Julian Calendar)
Why are shining stars a popular Christmas symbol?
Because the shining star guided the shepherds and three kings to where baby Jesus was
What is the name of the cake that is very popular at Christmastime (that many people do not like)
Fruit cake
Why did Mary and Joseph go to Bethlehem?
They went to be with Joseph's family for the census
What are you supposed to to when you are under the mistletoe?
Kiss someone
In Scandinavian countries, St. Lucia Day is also celebrated in the Christmas season. A girl is selected to play St. Lucia. She wears...
A white dress, a red sash, and a crown of candles
This type of display shows the image of Mary, baby Jesus, Joseph, the shepherds, wisemen, and the animals altogether in the stable
The nativity
What do you call the popular Christmas beverage made from milk, sugar, eggs, and alcohol?
Eggnog