Christmas History
Biblical Account
Global Christmas
Speed Questions
100

The custom of putting up a Christmas tree originated in this country.

Germany

100

This group of people was the first to hear about the birth of Jesus

Shepherds

100

The French word “Noel” is often used around Christmas and means this in its original meaning in Latin.

Birth

100

There is a nativity scene somewhere Sam's apartment. There's one traditional nativity character that is not with the rest of the group. Who is this character and where are they?

Angel / in the tree

200

This Roman holiday held from December 17th to the 23rd had a large influence on how Christmas was celebrated.

Saturnalia

200

This many wise men came to visit the baby Jesus.

We don't know

200

This northeastern US state holds the Guinness record for largest snowman.

Maine

200

There are three Christmas birds (non-ornaments) in Sam's apartment. How many are wearing scarves and what color are they?

Two (white and gray)
300

Saint Nicholas, on whom Santa is loosely based, lived in this century.

4th

300
Mary rode this animal on the way to Bethlehem.

We don't know

300

This cartoon character is a Christmas Eve staple in Sweden and is watched by millions of Swedes every year.

Donald Duck

300

Someone was sent this many gifts by their true love.

78

400

English Victorian servants popularized this plant-based Christmas tradition.

Kissing under the mistle-toe.
400

This number of Angels spoke to the shepherds.

One

400

Poinsettas, a common Christmas plant, are native to this country.

Mexico

400

This many wool balls adorn island in Sam's kitchen.

342

500

In this decade Coca-Cola start using Santa Claus in advertisements.

1920's

500

This man was the governor of Syria when Joseph and Mary went to Bethlehem for the census.

Quirinius

500

Silent Night originated in this country.

Austria

500

This is the only ornament on Sam's tree that is not an animal.

Spitfire