Christmas Trivia
Filipino Term for Lantern
Parol
In the carol “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing,” who is said to be “born in Bethlehem”?
Jesus Christ
This character is known for his red nose.
Rudolph
In which town was Jesus born?
Bethlehem
What was Jesus placed in after His birth?
Manger
In the Philippines, Christmas celebrations officially start in what month?
September
In the song “12 Days of Christmas,” what gift is given on the 5th day
five golden rings
This jolly character is known for saying “Ho, ho, ho!”
Santa Claus
In the Book of Mormon, this prophet prophesied that a new star would appear at the time of the birth of Jesus Christ.
Samuel the Lamanite
What is the name of the city where Mary and Joseph were originally from, before traveling to Bethlehem?
Nazareth
A Filipino Christmas tradition where a nine-day series of dawn masses begins on December 16 and ends on Christmas Eve
Simbang Gabi
In the carol “We Three Kings,” what gifts did the three kings bring to baby Jesus?
Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh
This character is known for trying to stop Christmas.
Grinch
This prophet foretold the birth of Jesus Christ, saying a virgin would conceive and bear a son, and His name would be Immanuel.
Isaiah
In the Nativity story, what animals were present at Jesus' birth?
Donkey and Ox
Which city in the Philippines is known for its grand Giant Lantern Festival (Ligligan Parul) every Christmas season?
San Fernando, Pampanga
Which Christmas carol asks the question, “Do you see what I see?
Do You Hear What I Hear?
He comes to life after children place a magic hat on his head.
Frosty the Snowman
In Luke 1:26-38, the __________ visits Mary and announces that she will conceive the Son of God. What is the name of the angel who delivers this message?
Angel Gabriel
hich Roman emperor called for the census that led Mary and Joseph to travel to Bethlehem?
Caesar Augustus?
A Filipino Christmas tradition where families create elaborate nativity scenes, often displayed in homes or public spaces.
Belen
This Filipino Christmas carol begins with “Tayo na giliw, magsalo na tayo.
Kampana ng Simbahan
Santa's Wife aka Mrs. Claus
Jessica Claus
In 3 Nephi 1:15-21, the sign of Christ's birth, a new star in the sky, caused many people to rejoice. How long had the Nephites been waiting for this sign?
5 years
Who was the ruler of Judea at the time of Jesus’ birth?
King Herod