The Birth of Jesus
Christmas Symbols & Traditions
Carols & Christmas Songs
Angels, Shepherds & Wise Men
General Christmas
100

Who traveled with Mary to Bethlehem?

Joseph

100

What does the evergreen Christmas tree symbolize in Christian tradition?

Eternal life

100

Which hymn declares “Glory to the newborn King”?

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing

100

Who first received the news of Jesus’ birth?

The shepherds

100

What is the name of the popular ballet performed during Christmas featuring Clara and the Mouse King?

The Nutcracker

200

What was Jesus laid in after He was born?

A manger

200

What does the star on top of the Christmas tree represent?

The Star of Bethlehem

200

Which carol includes the line “Sleep in heavenly peace”?

Silent Night

200

Who appeared to the shepherds to announce Jesus’ birth?

An angel

200

What is the traditional drink made of milk, cream, sugar, and eggs enjoyed at Christmas?

Eggnog

300

Why did Joseph and Mary travel to Bethlehem?

To register for a census

300

Candles at Christmas symbolize that Jesus is what?

The Light of the World

300

Which carol contains the line “Let every heart prepare Him room”?

Joy to the World

300

What gifts did the Wise Men bring?

Gold, frankincense, and myrrh

300

The modern image of Santa Claus wearing red and white became widely popular due to ads from what company in the 1930s?

Coca-Cola
400

Which prophet foretold that the Messiah would be born in Bethlehem?

Micah

400

What red Christmas flower is often linked to Jesus’ sacrifice?

The poinsettia

400

Which hymn includes the line “Born is the King of Israel”?

The First Noel

400

Who sent the Wise Men to Bethlehem after asking them to report back?

Herod

400

What country is credited with starting the tradition of the Christmas tree?

Germany

500

Which angel appeared to Mary to tell her she would give birth to Jesus?

Gabriel

500

Advent focuses on Hope, Peace, Joy, and which fourth theme?

Love

500

 In which carol do the lyrics say, “Word of the Father, now in flesh appearing”?

O Come, All Ye Faithful

500

What did Herod secretly ask the Wise Men to determine for him?

The exact time the star appeared

500

In the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas”, how many total gifts are given?

364