United Kingdom
In the UK, what do people usually pull at the Christmas dinner table?
A) Christmas bells
B) Christmas crackers
C) Christmas boxes
D) Christmas cards
B) Christmas crackers
In the USA, where does Santa Claus traditionally leave presents?
A) In stockings
B) Under the table
C) In shoes
D) In the fridge
A) In stockings
Which symbol is often connected with Christmas in Canada?
A) Kangaroo
B) Maple leaf
C) Palm tree
D) Camel
B) Maple leaf
What season is Christmas in Australia?
A) Spring
B) Autumn
C) Winter
D) Summer
D) Summer
What is the traditional Christmas tree in New Zealand called?
A) Pohutukawa
B) Maple
C) Oak
D) Pine
A) Pohutukawa
What do people in the UK usually eat on Christmas Day?
A) Pizza
B) Roast turkey
C) Hot dogs
D) Fish and chips
B) Roast turkey
Which popular Christmas drink is often served in the USA?
A) Orange juice
B) Lemon tea
C) Eggnog
D) Mineral water
C) Eggnog
In Canada, which language is often seen on Christmas cards together with English?
A) Spanish
B) German
C) Italian
D) French
D) French
Which animal is a national symbol of Christmas in Australia?
A) Reindeer
B) Polar bear
C) Penguin
D) Kangaroo
D) Kangaroo
What do children in New Zealand often leave out for Santa at Christmas?
A) Milk and cookies
B) Tea and biscuits
C) Fruit or a drink
D) Cheese and bread
C) Fruit or a drink
Which Christmas song is strongly connected with the UK?
A) Jingle Bells
B) Last Christmas
C) Silent Night
D) White Christmas
B) Last Christmas
What does the tradition of hanging Christmas stockings above the fireplace in the USA symbolise?
A) Wealth and expensive gifts
B) Good luck for the next year
C) The belief that Santa enters the home through the chimney
D) Respect for family elders
C) The belief that Santa enters the home through the chimney
What do many Canadians do on Christmas Eve?
A) Go swimming
B) Attend church services
C) Watch horror movies
D) Go shopping
B) Attend church services
In Australia, what is a popular way Santa Claus sometimes arrives to Christmas events?
A) On a sleigh pulled by reindeer
B) On a surfboard
C) By walking like a normal person
D) In a horse-drawn carriage
B) On a surfboard
What is special about Santa Claus in New Zealand stories?
A) He wears a blue coat
B) He comes by boat
C) He has no reindeer
D) He wears summer clothes
D) He wears summer clothes
What is unusual about some Christmas crackers in the UK?
A) They contain small toys and jokes
B) They are made of chocolate
C) They are only used for decorating trees
D) They make a sound when shaken
A) They contain small toys and jokes
In the USA, what is a common Christmas Eve activity?
A) Opening all presents
B) Going to school
C) Watching Christmas movies
D) Cleaning the house
C) Watching Christmas movies
Why is Christmas very multicultural in Canada?
A) Because it is a new country
B) Because only one tradition is allowed
C) Because many cultures celebrate it differently
D) Because it is not a public holiday
C) Because many cultures celebrate it differently
What is unusual about Santa Claus in Australian illustrations?
A) He wears boots
B) He rides a kangaroo
C) He gives no gifts
D) He lives in the desert
B) He rides a kangaroo
What is special about Christmas celebrations in New Zealand?
A) People often go skiing in December
B) Many families have barbecues or picnics outdoors
C) Everyone attends a church service at midnight
D) Children receive only books as presents
B) Many families have barbecues or picnics outdoors
What does the popularity of Christmas jumpers in the UK show?
A) Love for fashion rules
B) Importance of school uniforms
C) Enjoyment of irony and fun
D) Respect for tradition only
C) Enjoyment of irony and fun
How does Christmas reflect cultural diversity in the USA?
A) Traditions depend on family background
B) Only one way of celebrating exists
C) Christmas is not celebrated everywhere
D) Only religious traditions are allowed
A) Traditions depend on family background
What linguistic feature is common on Canadian Christmas signs?
A) Only French
B) Only English
C) English mixed with slang
D) Bilingual English and French
D) Bilingual English and French
Why is Christmas in Australia sometimes called “a beach Christmas”?
A) Because people travel abroad
B) Because it is celebrated near the sea
C) Because Santa lives on the coast
D) Because schools organise trips
B) Because it is celebrated near the sea
Which unique tradition do some New Zealand families follow during Christmas?
A) Eating pavlova decorated with kiwi fruit
B) Lighting fireworks at midnight like New Year
C) Sending presents only by email
D) Dressing up in medieval costumes
A) Eating pavlova decorated with kiwi fruit