AFRICA
As a helping instrument, in Africa, carols are sung with:
a) guitar
b) drums
c) bells
b) drums
9. What outdoor activities are popular at Christmas?
A. Skiing
B. Hiking, swimming and playing on the beach
C. Ice skating
D. Sleigh rides
B. Hiking, swimming and playing on the beach
What traditional winter drink is commonly associated with American holidays?
a) Hot cider
b) Eggnog
c) Lemon tea
b) Eggnog
How is Christmas celebrated in many Asian countries?
A. Only as a religious holiday
B. As a mix of religious and cultural celebration
C. Not celebrated at all
B. As a mix of religious and cultural celebration
Which religious event is celebrated at Christmas in Christian Europe?
A) The Resurrection of Jesus
B) The Baptism of Jesus
C) The Birth of Jesus Christ
C) The Birth of Jesus Christ
In Africa, people decorate:
a) nothing
b) the Christmas tree
c) the palm tree
c) the palm tree
How does summer in Australia influence how Christmas holidays are celebrated?
A. People are spending more time indoors
B. Holidays include outdoor activities, such as barbecues and going to the beach
C. Fires are lit in the fireplace
D. Christmas is postponed until January
B. Holidays include outdoor activities, such as barbecues and going to the beach
5. Where are Christmas stockings traditionally hung in American homes?
a) at the windows
b) near the bed
c) above the fireplace
c) above the fireplace
. How do many non-Christians in Asia celebrate Christmas?
How do many non-Christians in Asia celebrate Christmas?
A. By attending church services
B. By ignoring the holiday
C. By joining cultural events, shopping, and decorations
C. By joining cultural events, shopping, and decorations
In which European country do children receive gifts on December 6th, on Saint Nicholas’ Day?
A) Spain
B) Germany
C) Greece
B) Germany
A frequent color in African Christmas decorations is?
a) yellow
b) red
c) yellow with orange
b) red
How do Australians decorate their homes for Christmas?
A. Not at all, because it's too hot
B. Only with traditional European ornaments
C. With lights, decorations and motifs inspired by local flora and fauna
D. Exclusively with paper ornaments
C. With lights, decorations and motifs inspired by local flora and fauna
7. What famous New Year’s Eve event takes place in Times Square?
a) Rose Parade
b) Times Square Ball Drop
c) Macy’s Parade
b) Times Square Ball Drop
What food is commonly associated with Christmas in Japan?
A. Roast turkey
B. Fried chicken
C. Sushi
B. Fried chicken
Which traditional Christmas dessert is popular in many European countries and is made from dried fruits and nuts?
A) Tiramisu
B) Pancakes
C) Christmas cake (fruitcake / cozonac)
C) Christmas cake (fruitcake / cozonac)
The African Christmas festive meal often includes:
a) rice
b) banana sauce
c) corn
a) rice
What traditional dishes are served at Christmas in Australia?
A. Heavy, hot dishes with lots of sauces
B. Hot soups and stew
C. Light dishes, seafood and cold desserts
D. Only vegetarian dishes.
C. Light dishes, seafood and cold desserts
4. Which Jewish winter holiday is widely celebrated in the United States?
a) Passover
b) Hanukkah
c) Yom Kippur
b) Hanukkah
Which Asian country is well known for celebrating Christmas as a romantic holiday?
A. Japan
B. India
C. Saudi Arabia
A. Japan
Which famous European Christmas carol was originally composed in Austria?
A) Jingle Bells
B) Silent Night (Stille Nacht)
C) We Wish You a Merry Christmas
B) Silent Night (Stille Nacht)
Which fruit is typically used to decorate houses instead of tinsel?
a) papaya
b) mango
c) passion fruit
b) mango
How is Boxing Day celebrated in Australia?
A. People exchange decorated boxes
B. It is a day when events take place sports and discounts in stores
C. People go to church all day long.
D. It's a holiday just for children
B. It is a day when events take place sports and discounts in stores
In which year did Christmas become a federal holiday in the United States?
a) 1801
b) 1870
c) 1933
b) 1870
Which Asian country has one of the largest Christian populations and celebrates Christmas widely?
A. The Philippines
B. Nepal
C. Mongolia
A. The Philippines
In which century did Christmas begin to be officially celebrated in Europe?
A) 1st century
B) 4th century
C) 10th century
B) 4th century