HO HO History
Christmas became a U.S federal holiday in the 19th century under what president?
Ulysses S. Grant
In many churches, Advent candles are lit once a week totaling this many by Christmas
Four
In England The person who finds this item inside the Christmas cracker is often crowned during dinner
Paper crown
This country is traditionally associated with the nativity story in the Bible
Israel
Finish the lyric: silent night, holy night, all is calm, all is________?
Bright (silent night)
This character from Dickens’ Christmas Carol represents greed from redemption
Ebenezer Scroog
Many churches hold a special late night service on December 24 known by this name
Midnight Mass
In England Christmas pudding is traditionally served with this flaming topping
Brandy (or alcohol)
This US holiday city in Pennsylvania, shares its name with the biblical birthplace of Jesus
Bethlehem
Finish the lyric: O come, let us adore him, Christ, the_____?
Lord (oh, come all Ye faithful)
What century saw Christmas become widely celebrated as a family holiday in both England and the U.S?
19th century
The feast at tradition night concludes the Christmas season and celebrates the visit of the Magi is called this
Epiphany
In Australia Christmas is often celebrated with this outdoor activity due to the summer season
beach barbecue, (or Christmas at the beach)
This European country is famous for its Christmas markets which helped spread many modern Christmas traditions
Germany
Guess the song: City sidewalks, busy side walks, dressed in Holiday style
Silver bells
The banning of Christmas in England occurred during this broader historical conflict
English Civil War
The color white used during Christmas services traditionally symbolizes this sacred theme
Joy (or purity)
In Japan, many families traditionally eat this fast food for Christmas dinner
KFC (😭)
In the US, the tradition of the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree is associated with the major economic era
The Great Depression
Guess the song: Later on, we’ll conspire, as we dream by the fire…
Winter wonderland
The return of Christmas celebrations in England followed this political event that restore the monarchy in 1660
Restoration of the monarchy
The Christ candle on the advent wreath symbolizes this core Christian beliefs, celebrated during Christmas
The Light Of Christ
Which European country has a Christmas tradition in which children leave shoes out to receive small gifts rather than hanging stockings
Netherlands (or Dutch tradition/Sinterklaas)
This London Street is famous for its annual Christmas light display and holiday shopping crowds
Oxford street
Guess the song: The hopes and fears of the years are meant in thee tonight…
O Little town of Bethlehem