The Christmas Story
What is the name of the angel who told Mary that she would bear a son who would be called Jesus?
Gabriel
Zechariah prophesied that the Messiah would enter Jerusalem on what animal?
A donkey (Zechariah 9:9).
In “Joy to the World,” how far will his blessings flow?
“far as the curse is found”
In India, lanterns shaped like what are strung up between houses?
A) Ornaments
B) Crescent moons
C) Angels
D) Stars
D) Stars
This traditional Christmas treat was made to look like a shepherd’s staff?
Candy cane
According to Luke 2:4, what town is also called “the city of David?”
Bethlehem
God promised which king of Israel a son who would reign forever?
David (2 Samuel 7:11-16).
Finish the lyric:
“truly he taught us to….”
"love one another.”
In Germany, there is tradition of hiding a _______ shaped ornament in the Christmas tree, and whoever finds it gets an extra present.
A) star
B) pickle
C) red ball
D) angel
B) pickle
What leaves are used to wrap hallacas, a traditional Venezuelan Christmas food?
A) Grape leaves
B) Poinsettia leaves
C) Palm leaves
D) Plantain leaves
D) Plantain leaves
Which ruler ordered the census that brought Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem?
Augustus Caesar.
Who prophesied that Jesus would be born in Bethlehem?
Micah (Micah 5:2).
Finish the lyric:
“dear desire of every nation….”
“joy of every longing heart."
Bolivians bring what animal to Christmas Eve mass?
A) Roosters
B) Donkeys
C) Goats
D) Calves
A) Roosters
What is the main ingredient in rose cookies?
Flour
Who was the first one to recognize Jesus as the Messiah when he was presented at the temple?
Simeon
What Psalm foretells that soldiers would gamble for Jesus’ clothes?
Psalm 22 (verse 18).
What two adverbs are used to describe how the faithful should come to Bethlehem?
“Joyful and triumphant”
Poinsettias are the national emblem of what nation?
A) Mexico
B) Portugal
C) Madagascar
D) Georgia
C) Madagascar
In which country is it traditional to eat KFC for Christmas?
Japan
Who said this phrase, “glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!”
the angels
What names does Isaiah give the Messiah in Isaiah 9:6?
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
What does “Gloria in excelsis Deo” mean?
“Glory to God in the highest” (Luke 2:14)
Fill in the blank in this Nigerian phrase, “you’re sweating like a Christmas ______.”
(Hint: it is an animal)
Goat
Which Christmas dessert is named after a dancer?
Pavlova