British Christmas Traditions
What meat is traditionally served as the centrepiece of a UK Christmas dinner?
Turkey
In Love Actually, which UK actor plays the Prime Minister?
Hugh Grant
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(Hint: A festive hit by a British pop duo in the 80s)
Wham! – Last Christmas
Which country is credited with starting the tradition of the Christmas tree?
Germany
What drink is traditionally left out for Santa in the UK?
Sherry
What is the name of the sweet fruit-filled pastry eaten in the UK at Christmas?
Mince pie
Which 1990 film features a boy left home alone at Christmas?
Home Alone
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(Hint: A girl group hit from the 90s)
Spice Girls – 2 Become 1
In which country is KFC a popular Christmas meal?
Japan
What is the main ingredient in eggnog?
Eggs
Which monarch gave the first Christmas broadcast to the nation?
King George V in 1932
What is the name of the train in The Polar Express?
The Polar Express
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(Hint: A song that topped charts thanks to a movie about being left alone)
Stay Another Day – East 17
What is the name of the Italian Christmas witch who delivers gifts?
La Befana
Which nut is traditionally roasted at Christmas?
Chestnut
What is traditionally hidden inside a Christmas pudding?
A coin (usually a silver sixpence)
Which Christmas movie features the line “Every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings”?
It’s a Wonderful Life
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(Hint: A charity single for peace and famine relief)
Band Aid – Do They Know It’s Christmas?
Which country celebrates Christmas on January 7th due to the Orthodox calendar?
Russia
Which cake, covered in marzipan and icing, is a UK Christmas staple?
Christmas cake
Which UK city hosts the famous Christmas market in Albert Square?
Manchester
In The Holiday, which two actresses swap homes for Christmas?
Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet
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(Hint: A rock anthem that returned as a Christmas No. 1)
Queen – Bohemian Rhapsody
In Iceland, how many Yule Lads visit children during Christmas?
13
What is the name of the German spiced wine served at Christmas markets?
Glühwein