Danish Christmas
What do Danish families traditionally dance around after the Christmas dinner?
The Christmas Tree
What is the first name of GG's principal?
Helene
Which spices, brought to Europe through colonial trade, are often used in Christmas desserts like pudding (name at least one)?
Nutmeg and cinnamon.
In which language is Christmas called ‘Jul’?
Danish
Which Christmas song begins with the lyrics “Jingle bells, jingle bells…”
Jingle Bells
On what date do Danish children receive Christmas presents?
December 24th
Which classroom at GG has the highest number?
55
Which European colonial power is credited with spreading the tradition of Christmas trees to many parts of the world during the 19th century?
Germany
In which language is Christmas called ‘Weihnachten’?
German
Which modern Christmas hit by Mariah Carey has become one of the most streamed holiday songs worldwide?
All I Want for Christmas Is You
What is hidden inside the traditional Danish Christmas dessert called risalamande?
A whole almond (and the person who finds it wins a prize).
When did the first IB students graduate from Grenaa Gymnasium (+/-3 years)?
2005
Which European colonial power helped spread the tradition of eating codfish at Christmas to countries like Brazil and parts of Africa?
Portugal
In which language is Christmas called ‘Natal’?
Portuguese
Which singer released the Christmas song Santa Tell Me in 2014, which became a global holiday favorite?
Ariana Grande
Which fish is eaten at most Christmas lunches in Denmark?
Herring
When was GG founded (+/- 5 years)?
1961
Which European country’s colonial influence helped make Christmas a public holiday in countries like the Philippines?
Spain
In which language is Christmas called ‘Natale’?
Italian
Which Christmas song holds the Guinness World Record for being the best-selling single of all time?
White Christmas by Bing Crosby
Which bird do most Danes eat on Christmas Eve?
Duck
What is the name of the Roman general and politician whose bust is located near the entrance to GG?
Pompey
When was the first Christmas speech by a British monarch broadcast to the Empire (+/- 5 years)?
1932
In which language is Christmas called ‘Joulu’?
Finnish
Which famous Christmas song was originally written for Thanksgiving in the United States?
Jingle Bells