When is Christmas?
December 25
What are the original colors of Santa’s clothing?
Green and white. In the 1930’s Coca-cola changed the colors for an advertising campaign
Which country has the tradition of getting Kentucky Fried Chicken for dinner?
Japan
At first, the creator of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, was going to named him…
Reginald
The fist song played in space was…
Jingle Bells
In which country did the Christmas tree tradition begin?
Germany. In the 16th century, families set up trees in their homes and decorated them with lighted candles
Which fairy tale helped inspire gingerbread houses?
Hansel and Gretel
What is the best-selling Christmas song of all time?
Bing Crosby’s classic song "White Christmas"
How did the tradition of leaving milk and cookies for Santa started?
This tradition took root in USA during the Great Depression, when parents encouraged children to keep their charitable spirit alive
Why does Santa live in the North Pole?
Because the North Pole is a mythical and magical place.
The choirmaster at the Cologne Cathedral in Germany used candy canes to…
Keep quite the young singers during the Living Creche tradition on Christmas Eve
Where was invented the candy cane?
Germany
First president who put up an official White House Christmas tree
Franklin Pierce
What does the gold chocolate coins that we receive at Christmas represent?
They represent the gold St Nicholas supposedly gave to the poor.
Who’s Santa Claus based on?
St. Nicholas Bari. A Turkish bishop known by his generosity and kindness
How many reindeer does Santa have?
9. Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blitzen, and Rudolph.
