Food
This warm drink of milk, cream, sugar, and nutmeg is popular in the U.S. during December.
What is eggnog?
Children in many countries leave these for Santa’s reindeer.
What are carrots?
The Jewish holiday celebrated in December that lasts eight nights.
What is Hanukkah?
A pine, fir, or spruce decorated for the holiday.
What is a Christmas tree?
“Jingle Bells” mentions this type of transportation.
What is a one-horse sleigh?
In Italy, many families eat seven varieties of this food on Christmas Eve.
What is fish?
This object is kissed under during holiday gatherings.
What is mistletoe?
This African-American celebration honors heritage and culture from Dec 26–Jan 1.
What is Kwanzaa?
This tall candleholder used in Hanukkah has nine branches.
What is a menorah?
On New Year’s Eve, people often count down to this moment.
What is midnight?
This fruitcake soaked in alcohol is a British holiday tradition.
What is Christmas pudding?
Norwegians hide these items on Christmas Eve to prevent spirits from stealing a ride.
What are brooms?
This Indian religion lights candles to celebrate Bodhi Day in December.
What is Buddhism?
Germans are credited with starting the tradition of this evergreen decoration hung in doorways.
What is a wreath?
This country broadcasts a speech by the monarch every Christmas.
What is the United Kingdom?
In Japan, families commonly eat fried chicken from this fast-food chain on Christmas.
What is KFC?
In Iceland, children are visited by 13 mischievous characters called this.
Who are the Yule Lads?
This Mexican celebration reenacts Mary and Joseph searching for shelter.
What is Las Posadas?
This star shape placed on top of a Christmas tree represents the Star of Bethlehem.
What is a star tree topper?
In Spain and Latin America, children wait for gifts from these travelers instead of Santa.
Who are the Three Kings / The Three Wise Men?
In Sweden, this sweet bread flavored with saffron is eaten on Saint Lucia’s Day.
What is Lussekatter (Lucia buns)?
The Catalan tradition of “Tió de Nadal” involves hitting a log that does this.
What is poops presents?
In China, families give apples on Christmas Eve because the word “apple” sounds like this word.
What is “peace”?
The Japanese winter flower often used in December celebrations.
What is the poinsettia?
In Scotland, the New Year celebration is called this.
What is Hogmanay?