Christmas Traditions
What green plant do hang and kiss under?
Mistletoe
Which Christmas song mentions “a one-horse open sleigh”?
Jingle Bells
Who is Jesus' mother?
Mary
What season prepares us for Christmas?
Advent
Who is Jesus' earthly father?
Joseph
What is the name of the tradition where children count down the days to Christmas with treats or notes?
Advent calendar
Which Christmas song mentions fa la la la la
Deck the halls
Where was Jesus born?
Bethlehem
How many candles are on an Advent wreath?
4
Which angel announced to Mary that she would give birth to Jesus?
Gabriel
What country started the Christmas tree tradition?
Germany
Which Christmas carol includes the line “Sleep in heavenly peace”?
Silent Night
Who visited Jesus first: shepherds or the wise men?
Shepherds
What does the Advent wreath remind Catholics to do while waiting for Christmas?
Prepare our hearts for Jesus
Why did Mary and Joseph have to travel to Bethlehem even though Mary was about to give birth?
The census ordered by Ceasar Augustus
What do candy canes traditionally represent in Christian symbolism?
The shepherd’s staff / the letter “J” for Jesus
Which song announces Jesus' birth?
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
What animal is traditionally shown in Nativity scenes because shepherds cared for them?
Sheep
What color is worn by priests during the Christmas season?
White
What message did the angel give the shepherds when announcing Jesus’ birth?
That a Savior had been born
What Christmas tradition helps families remember Jesus’ birth through a visual scene?
Setting up a Nativity scene
Which Christmas hymn includes the lyric “Fall on your knees” and celebrates the birth of Christ?
O Holy Night
What sign led the wise men to Jesus?
What feast on January 1 honors Mary as Jesus' mother?
Solemnity of Mary
What were the names of the gifts brought by the Wise Men?
Gold, frankincense, and myrrh