Winter Weather
What temperature does water freeze at in Fahrenheit?
32 degrees
What winter sport uses a puck?
Hockey
What evergreen plant is traditionally used as a Christmas tree?
Fir Tree
In what town was Jesus born?
Bethleham
Who announced Jesus’ birth to the shepherds?
An angel of the Lord
What type of cloud produces snow?
Nimbostratus
What sport involves going downhill between poles?
Slalom Skiing
What country is credited with starting the Christmas tree tradition?
Germany
Who was Jesus’ earthly father?
Joseph
What city did Mary and Joseph travel from to reach Bethlehem?
Nazareth
What is the term for rain that freezes on contact with surfaces?
Freezing Rain
In figure skating, what is the name of a jump that takes off from one foot and lands on the opposite foot after a full rotation?
Axel
What do the four candles of Advent represent?
Hope, Peace, Joy, Love
What sign led the Magi to Jesus?
A star
How many days old was Jesus when He was presented at the temple?
40 Days
What do we call frozen dew that forms on cold surfaces overnight?
Frost
What is the name of the race where teams pass a baton on skis?
Cross country relay
What winter holiday lasts eight nights?
Hanukkah
What prophet foretold the Messiah would be born of a virgin?
Isaiah
Who ordered the census that brought Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem?
Caesar Augustus
What do meteorologists call snow that has been compacted by melting and refreezing?
Packed Snow
What winter sport uses a stone slid across ice toward a target?
Curling
What drink traditionally known as “milk punch” is popular in winter?
Eggnog
What two Gospels include the Nativity story?
Matthew and Luke
Which priest was struck mute after doubting the angel’s message about his son’s birth?
Zechariah