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What is Santa's name in French
Père Noël, Papa Noël, Saint Nicolas
Where is the Carnival de Martinique?
Martinique
It is a large outdoor celebration of Martinique culture and history.
Belguim is known for which sweet treat, especially gifted around Christmas and Valentines Day?
Chocolate
Although few people celebrate La Fête de Hanoucca, what is it called in English?
Hanukkah
What is a creche?
A Nativity Scene.
L' Épiphanie references which three people with the name "Les Trois Rois"?
The Three Kings.
This sparkling beverage, often drank to commence the New Year originated in which French region?
Champagne- Ardenne
What shapes does a Bûche De Noël resemble?
A Yule Log.
What does les Marchés de Noel mean in English?
Christmas Markets
What item do children put near the fireplace on Christmas Eve?
Their shoes.
Dec. 6 commemorates which Saint associated with Christmas?
Saint Nicholas
Which small francophone island had a revolution for independence led by Toussaint Louverture, and celebrates their independence on Jan. 2?
Haiti
Why are crepes eaten on La Chandeleur?
To bring in good luck/a good harvest, as spring approaches. They represent the Sun.
Snow and ice tobogganing, winter games, and sugar shack stands are done during the Winter Carnival of which francophone Canadian providence?
Quebec
What item is used for holidays in almost every culture, and often represents light and warmth?
Candles.
Saint Nicolas is often depicted on a donkey (âne), but what does Père Noël often ride?
A reindeer (renne), Rudolph (Rudolphe le renne au nez rouge)
Which European francophone country celebrates TWO Santas? (Sinkerklaas and Père Noël)
Belgium! One for the Dutch community and the other for the French community
What is found in the Galette des Rois?
A ceramic baby know as la fève.
What do the French do after Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve?
Go home and eat a big dinner called le Réveillon.
Le sapin is another word for which tall, festive, and iconic christmas decoration?
A Christmas tree.
What does Père Fouettard do to bad children?
Whips them.
During the month of December, what francophone African country celebrates L'Abéné Festival? (A festival of dancing and drumming)
Senegal
How many courses does the French Christmas Dinner have?
6
This year Ashura was celebrated on Dec. 5. What major religion in France is Ashura a part of?
Islam
What is a sabot?
A wooden shoe.