In which year was the first Christmas card sent?
1943
1843
1743
Which ocean can Christmas Island be found in?
The Indian Ocean
Which one of Santa’s reindeer has the same name as the god of love?
Cupid
Which plant, beginning with P is associated with Christmas?
Poinsettia
What is the name for the shortest day of the year?
Winter Solstice
What is the name of a female Turkey?
A hen
What is the name of a male Turkey? Hint: t_ _ or g_ _ _ _ _ _ _
A tom or a gobbler
Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
Germany
The tradition of sending Christmas cards originated in the USA – True or False?
False. It was started in the U.K.
In Estonia, it’s traditional for a family to take a sauna together on Christmas Eve.
True
False
In which country did Christmas caroling originate?
Austria
The idea of Santa Claus originated with a monk in Turkey.
True.
False
Name Will Ferrell’s character in the film ‘Elf’? Hint: B_ _ _ _.
Buddy
Which Christmas movie sequel features a cameo by Donald Trump?
Home Alone 2
What does ‘X’ in ‘X-Mas’ stand for?
Xristos – the Greek word for Christ.
What ancient people started the tradition of exchanging gifts?
The Romans
The American states Georgia, Arizona, and Indiana all have towns named Santa Claus.
True
False
Der Weihnachtsmann and das Christkind are both names for Santa Claus in which country?
Germany
What fruit is usually placed in stockings?
Oranges or tangerines
The Snow Queen fairytale inspired which hit Disney movie?
Frozen
What type of pie filling is really appreciated at Christmas?
Pumpkin
Pig’s head and mustard was once a traditional Christmas food in which country?
England
Where were Christmas stockings traditionally hung?
By the chimney
By when should Christmas decorations come down, according to UK traditions?
January 5th
