United States
Japan
Germany
Brazil
South Africa
100

This evergreen plant, traditionally decorated with ornaments and lights, is the centerpiece of American Christmas celebrations.

What is the christmas tree

100

In Japan, families traditionally order this fast food for Christmas dinner.

What is KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken)?

100

In Germany, children leave these shoes out on December 5th for St. Nicholas to fill with treats.

What are boots (or shoes)?

100

This warm season coincides with Christmas in Brazil, making it one of the hottest celebrations worldwide.

What is summer?

100

In South Africa, Christmas is often celebrated with songs and gatherings, including this type of festive musical activity.

What is caroling (or singing Christmas carols)?

200

Every year, this city in the state of New York is famous for lighting a massive Christmas tree in Rockefeller Center.

What is New York City?

200

Christmas in Japan is celebrated more as a romantic holiday, similar to this Western holiday.

What is Valentine’s Day?

200

This popular decoration, originating in Germany, is a triangular structure covered in candles or lights.

What is a Christmas pyramid?

200

A popular Christmas dessert in Brazil, this sweet bread is filled with dried fruits and nuts.

What is panettone?

200

In South Africa, this traditional dessert, made of baked meringue and fruit, is a popular holiday treat.

What is pavlova?

300

This holiday character, known for his red suit and long white beard, delivers gifts to children on Christmas Eve.

Who is Santa Claus?

300

During the holiday season, many Japanese cities light up with elaborate displays known by this term.

What are illuminations?

300

Germans often celebrate Advent by lighting candles on this traditional holiday decoration.

What is an Advent wreath?

300

Brazilian children receive gifts from this figure, the Brazilian equivalent of Santa Claus.

Who is Papai Noel?

300

South Africans often decorate their homes and trees with this type of artificial greenery, since real versions are less common in the warm climate.

What is tinsel?

400

Americans often leave these two items by the fireplace for Santa Claus on Christmas Eve.

What are cookies and milk?

400

Japanese families enjoy this type of sponge cake, topped with strawberries and whipped cream, on Christmas.

What is Christmas cake (kurisumasu, or keki)?

400

This beloved German market, known as a "Weihnachtsmarkt," is famous for its festive stalls and holiday treats.

What is a Christmas market?

400

Many Brazilians attend this special religious event on Christmas Eve.

What is Midnight Mass (Missa do Galo)?

400

In South Africa, this holiday celebrated on December 26th emphasizes giving and community service.

What is Boxing Day?

500

Americans often hang this decorative greenery above doorways to encourage holiday kisses.

What is mistletoe?

500

Christmas in Japan is not a national holiday because the majority of the population practices this religion.

What is Buddhism (or Shinto)?

500

This traditional German fruitcake, often covered in powdered sugar, is a holiday favorite.

What is Stollen?

500

This festive meal, served on Christmas Eve at midnight, is a Brazilian tradition.

What is the Ceia de Natal?

500

Many South Africans prepare a festive meal outdoors using this method, a local tradition similar to a barbecue.

What is a braai?