Christmas Basics
What date is Christmas Day?
December 25th
What is the name of the man who brings presents on Christmas Eve?
Santa Claus
What do people hang on their doors at Christmas?
A wreath
In which country did the Christmas tree tradition start?
Germany
In the song “Jingle Bells,” what kind of ride is fun?
A sleigh ride
What season is Christmas in?
Winter
What animals pull Santa’s sleigh?
Reindeer
What do people hang by the fireplace for Santa to fill?
Stockings
What do people in Spain say to wish someone “Merry Christmas”?
Feliz Navidad!
Who says “Ho, ho, ho!”?
Santa Claus
What colours do we see most at Christmas?
Red and green
What is the name of the red-nosed reindeer?
Rudolph
What food do many people leave for Santa’s reindeer?
Carrots
What food do people in the UK often eat for Christmas dinner?
Roast turkey
In Home Alone, what is the boy’s name?
Kevin
What kind of tree do people decorate at Christmas?
A Christmas tree (usually a pine or fir)
Where does Santa live?
At the North Pole
What do people kiss under at Christmas?
Mistletoe
In Japan, what special food do many people eat at Christmas?
Fried chicken (KFC)
What drink is often served warm at Christmas, made with milk, eggs, and sugar?
Eggnog
What do people put on top of the Christmas tree?
A star or an angel
What do children leave out for Santa on Christmas Eve?
Cookies and milk
What do people often sing at Christmas?
Christmas carols
What is the name of the sweet bread with fruit that people eat in Italy at Christmas?
Panettone
What animal represents Christmas in Australia instead of a reindeer?
Kangaroo!