Christmas Traditions
What is the Filipino term for the nine-day series of Catholic masses leading up to Christmas Day?
Simbang Gabi
Our cheeks are nice and rosy and comfy and cosy are we, _________
We’re snuggled up together like two birds of a feather would be.
What town was Jesus born?
Bethlehem
What date is Christmas celebrated annually?
December 25
What specific Filipino pork dish is a staple during Christmas celebrations and other grand celebrations?
Lechon
In the Philippines, what colorful decoration is often used to adorn homes and streets during the holiday season?
Parol
Whenever I see _________, selling ______ on the street.
boys and girls; lanterns
Before the birth of Jesus, Mary was visited by an Angel who spoke of her miraculous pregnancy. What was his name?
Gabriel
What are the two traditional colors during Christmas?
Red and Green
In the Philippines, what is the midnight feast on Christmas Eve called?
Noche Buena
This terms refers to singing carols door to door.
Karoling / Caroling
This song title means Merry Christmas
Feliz Navidad
According to the Gospel of Matthew, what gifts did the wise men or magi bring to Jesus?
Gold, Frankincense, Myrrh
You may know Rudolph, Dasher, Dancer, Comet, Prancer, Donner, Vixen, and Cupid.
But do you recall the reindeer whose name starts with a B?
Blitzen
What traditional Filipino Christmas delicacy is made from ground glutinous rice, coconut milk, and sugar, often wrapped in banana leaves?
Bibingka
Yankee Swap or Dirty Santa is another term for this Christmas game.
White Elephant
What is the title of this song: Kung mawawala ka sa piling ko sinta, Paano ang Paskong alay sa ‘yo.
Pasko na sinta ko
What does Jesus’ other name, “Emmanuel”, mean?
God is with us
What happens if the elf on a shelf gets touched?
What round, red-waxed cheese is a quintessential part of Filipino Christmas feasts, often served with bread or alongside other holiday dishes?
Queso de Bola
What is the unique Filipino term involves the giving gifts on Christmas, usually from Ninangs and Ninongs.
Aguinaldo
This 78-year-old artist is dubbed as the “King of Philippine Christmas Carols”
Jose Mari Chan
What animals does the Bible say were present at the birth of Jesus?
None
This famous company was the first to use Santa Claus for their Christmas Marketing.
What type of meat is often served as the main course for Christmas dinner in many American households?
Turkey