BIBLE
What was the name of the prophetwas who approached Mary and Joseph in the temple?
Anna
which European country has a tradition of hiding a pickle ornament on the tree?
Germany
What does the Grinch disguise himself as to steal Christmas?
Santa Claus
Which song is this line from:
strings of street lights, even stoplights - Blink of bright, red and green.
Silver Bells
Which country did the candy cane originate from?
Germany
From which direction did the wisemen travel?
East
In what country do children leave shoes out to be filled with gifts instead of stockings?
Netherlands
Which object does Buddy the elf work on in Santa’s workshop?
Jack-in-the-Box
Finish the lyrics:
The first Noel, ________________________
The first Noel, the Angels did say, was to certain poor shepherds in field as they lay: in fields, where they lay keeping their sheep, on a cold winters night that was so deep.
What spice gives eggnog it’s signature flavor?
Nutmeg
According to the gospel of Matthew, how many dreams did Joseph have during the infancy narrative of Jesus?
4
Name two countries that celebrate Christmas during their summer season.
Australia, New Zealand, Argentina, South Africa, Peru; southern hemisphere countries
What is the name of the Grinch’s dog?
Max
Finish the lyrics:
jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock
_____________________________
Jingle bells swing and jingle bells ring, snowing and blowing up bushels of fun, now the jingle hop has begun.
Which dried fruit is traditionally hidden inside of English Christmas pudding?
Raisin
In the gospel of Luke, what is the City of David called?
Bethlehem
Which country has Christmas traditions that span into February?
Mexico
What is the full name of Buddy the Elf‘s biological father?
Walter Hobbs
Which song is this line from:
the ox and lamb kept time
Little Drummer Boy
Turkey replaced which meat as the most common English Christmas roast?
Goose
“Today in the town of David ……….”
“Today in the town of David a savior has been born to you, he is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you; you will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.”
Luke 2:11-12
In Austria and Germany, which folkloric figure appears in early December celebrations?
Krampus
Who is the scary looking old neighbor that Kevin is afraid of?
Old Man Marley
Name 6 / 12 of the items in the 12 days of Christmas.
Partridge in a pear tree, turtle doves, French hens, calling birds, gold rings, geese a-laying, swans-a-swimming, maids-a-milking, ladies dancing, lords-a-leeping, pipers piping, drummers drumming
What is the French name for the Yule log cake?
Buche de Noel