Food and Drink Around the World
Which Country Created Eggnog?
England
In which country do naughty children get rotting potatoes in their shoes?
Iceland
The term "Xmas" comes from which language?
Greek
The Festival of Lights is an 8-day celebration, also known as ___________
Hanukkah
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Little Drummer Boy
Cougnou is a sweet festive bread which is baked over the Christmas period across Europe, it is made in the form of what?
The Baby Jesus
IN which country are the main streets of the big city shut off so people can rollerskate on Christmas Eve?
Venezuela
What has been the world's heaviest Christmas present? (Hint: France gave it to the US)
Statue of Liberty
Diwali is celebrated before Christmas, usually in October or November, also called the festival of lights. The people light oil lamps and pray to the goddess Lakshmi to bring blessings of health and wealth. Which religion celebrates Diwali?
Hindus
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We Three Kings
Shortbread is traditionally made before Christmas, where does it originate from?
Scotland
In which country do the women celebrate Little Christmas on the 6th of January?
Ireland
According to Astronomer George Banos, what exactly was the Star of Bethlehem the Wise Men were following?
Uranus
Christians celebrate Epiphany on what day?
January 6th
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Jingle Bell Rock
What do Japanese people traditionally eat on Christmas Day and Christmas Eve?
KFC
In which country do the shepherds play the bagpipes in the squares and piazzas on Christmas Eve?
Italy
In the Ukraine, they use fake spider webs instead of, what?
Tinsel
This year, Ramadan falls during the Christmas period. This celebration marks the month that the prophet Mohammed is believed to have had the Koran revealed to him by God. Which religion celebrates Ramadan?
Islam
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White Christmas
In Australia, what is normally eaten for Christmas lunch?
BBQ
In which country do they hang stockings at the end of the bed?
UK
What do Americans leave for Santa on Christmas Eve?
Cookies and Milk
This cultural festival was founded in 1966 by a college professor. This word means, "the first fruits of the harvest" and begins on December 26th and lasts for seven days.
Kwanzaa
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Hark the Herald Angels Sing