Christmas Traditions
This evergreen plant is traditionally kissed under.
Mistletoe
According to the Bible, Jesus was laid in this type of structure after His birth
A manger
In Home Alone, this city is the McCallister family’s holiday travel destination when Kevin is left behind.
Paris
Gingerbread became popular in Europe after this spice was brought back by Crusaders.
Ginger
This song, originally written for Thanksgiving, became one of the most popular Christmas songs of all time.
Jingle Bells
This country began the tradition of decorating Christmas trees with glass ornaments in the 16th century.
Germany.
These were the first people to hear the news of Jesus’ birth from angels.
The shepherds?
This 1947 holiday classic centers on a department store Santa named Kris Kringle.
Miracle on 34th Street
This sweet bread, often containing dried fruit, is traditionally eaten in Italy at Christmas.
Panettone
In the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” this is given on the fifth day.
5 Golden Rings
True or False, In Ukraine, Christmas trees are often decorated with spider webs for luck.
True
This Gospel provides the most detailed account of Jesus’ birth.
Luke
In A Christmas Story, Ralphie’s father wins a prize that turns out to be this unusual lamp.
A Leg Lamp
In Japan, it has become a modern Christmas tradition to eat this fast-food meal.
KFC
In Norway, people hide these on Christmas Eve to prevent witches from stealing them.
Brooms
In Germany, finding this hidden ornament on the Christmas tree brings good luck.
Pickle
This prophetess in the Temple recognized Jesus as the Messiah when he was presented as a baby.
Anna
In How the Grinch Stole Christmas, the Grinch lives just outside of this town.
Whoville
This spicy, sweet, and dense cake, often soaked in alcohol, is a Christmas tradition in Germany and Austria.
Fruit Cake
“Carol of the Bells” is based on a Ukrainian folk song originally celebrating this season.
Spring
In Greece, families traditionally hang this object instead of a Christmas tree.
A Boat
The wise men followed a star to find Jesus; this event fulfills a prophecy from this Old Testament book.
Numbers
In The Polar Express, the main character’s name is never revealed and is known only by this title.
The Hero Boy
This spiced, boiled fruit dessert is a staple in Central European Christmas traditions.
компот
The famous reindeer whose nose glows red first appeared in this type of media.
Poem