Christmas Traditions
What plant is often kissed under the Christmas season?
A) Ivy
B) Rose
C) Mistletoe
D) Orchid
C) Mistletoe
Complete the lyrics of the song. "Oh, the weather outside is frightful, But the fire is so delightful and since we've no place to go..."
A) Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!
B) Walking in a winter wonderland
C) Deck the halls with boughs of holly
D) Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock
A) Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!
What classic Christmas movie tells the story of a young boy who befriends a snowman that comes to life?
A) Frosty the Snowman
B) Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
C) The Snowman
D) Santa Claus is Comin' to Town
A) Frosty the Snowman
What is the name of the angel who announced the birth of Jesus to the shepherds?
A) Raphael
B) Michael
C) Gabriel
D) Uriel
C) Gabriel
How many kings visited baby Jesus?
A) 4
B) 6
C) 2
D) 3
D) 3
What is the fairy tale that inspired the first gingerbread houses?
A) Cinderella
B) Hansel and Gretel
C) Sleeping Beauty
D) Snow White
B) Hansel and Gretel
In the song "Jingle Bells," what type of sleigh is mentioned?
A) Open sleigh
B) Red sleigh
C) Magic sleigh
D) Wooden sleigh
A) Open sleigh
What is the name of the animated film about a train that carries kids to the North Pole
A) The Christmas Express
B) The Holiday Train
C) The Polar Express
D) The North Pole Express
C) The Polar Express
According to Christian teachings, what is the significance of the Star of Bethlehem in the nativity story?
A) It guided the shepherds to the manger.
B) It led the Wise Men to Jesus.
C) It announced the birth of John the Baptist.
D) It marked the location of the angelic visitation.
B) It led the Wise Men to Jesus.
In which part of the Bible can we find the story of Christmas?
A) Old Testament
B) New Testament
B) New Testament
In the United States, what is the traditional meat served for Christmas Dinner?
A) Turkey
B) Ham
C) Roast Beef
D) Lamb
B) Ham
In the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas," what does my true love give to me on the 1st day?
A) A partridge in a pear tree
B) Two turtle doves
C) Three French hens
D) Four calling birds
A) A partridge in a pear tree
How many reindeer carry Santa's sleigh?
A) 10
B) 9
C) 11
D) 8
B) 9
According to the Bible, which two Gospel accounts contain the story of the birth of Jesus?
A) Matthew and Mark
B) Luke and John
C) Mark and John
D) Matthew and Luke
D) Matthew and Luke
This piece of clothing brought Frosty the Snowman to life. What is it?
A) Scarf
B) Mittens
C) Hat
D) Boots
C) Hat
In the United States, what type of evergreen plant is often used in Christmas decorations, symbolizing everlasting life and hope?
A) Holly
B) Ivy
C) Pine
D) Cedar
C) Pine
What Christmas song includes the line "Chestnuts roasting on an open fire"?
A) "Jingle Bell Rock"
b) "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!"
c) "The Christmas Song"
d) "Frosty the Snowman"
C) "The Christmas Song"
In the movie "Home Alone" what is the name of the boy who is left at home
A) Calvin
B) John
C) Kevin
D) Devin
C) Kevin
What were the three gifts given to Jesus on the day he was born?
A) Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh
B) Silver, Frankincense, and Amber
C) Bronze, Myrrh, and Sandalwood
D) Diamonds, Rubies, and Emeralds
A) Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh
Who is the missing reindeer from the list?
Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, _ _ _ _ _, Donner, Blitzen, and Rudolph
A) Cupid
B) Tinsel
C) Tinker
D) Jingle
A) Cupid
In which country is the Christmas season celebrated with a festival called "St. Nicholas Day," during which children leave shoes out to be filled with gifts?
A) Spain
B) France
C) Netherlands
D) Italy
C) Netherlands
What year did Mariah Carey's "All I want for Christmas is you" debut?
A) 1992
B) 1997
C) 2000
D) 1994
D) 1994
What motivates the Grinch to steal Christmas in "How the Grinch Stole Christmas"?
A) He wants to sell the presents for profit.
B) He dislikes the noise and festivities.
C) He wants to impress Martha May Whovier.
D) He is seeking revenge
B) He dislikes the noise and festivities.
What sacrifice did Mary and Joseph offer when the days of purification were complete after Jesus' birth?
A) A lamb without blemish
B) Two turtledoves or two pigeons
C) A grain offering of wheat
D) A bullock and a ram
B) Two turtledoves or two pigeons
During the Christmas of 1965, astronauts broadcast which holiday song from space?
A) Jingle Bells
B) Silent Night
C) Deck the Halls
D) The Twelve Days of Christmas
A) Jingle Bells