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What is another name Catholics use for the manger scene?

Nativity scene

What angel appeared to the shepherds?

An angel of the Lord

What does the word “Nativity” mean?

Birth

Who ordered the census that brought Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem?

Caesar Augustus

In “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” how many gifts are given on the first day?

One

What family members are shown in a manger scene?

Mary, Joseph, and Jesus

What celebration includes Mass on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day?

Christmas

What shape is the Star of Bethlehem usually shown as?

A star

What Catholic season helps people prepare for Jesus’ birth?

Advent

What gift from the Wise Men was used for worship?

Frankincense

What animals did the shepherds watch at night?

Sheep

What do the candles on an Advent wreath remind people of?

Jesus is the light of the world

What plant is often hung for a kissing tradition at Christmas?

Mistletoe

What family members make up the Holy Family?

Jesus, Mary, and Joseph

What shape are most Christmas ornaments?

Round

What prayer begins with the words “Hail Mary”?

The Hail Mary

What color lights are commonly used on Christmas trees?

White or multicolored

What title is given to Jesus meaning “Savior”?

Christ

What Christmas figure is made of snow?

Snowman

What book of the Bible tells about Jesus’ birth?

The Gospels

What sound do bells make in many Christmas songs?

Jingle

What animals are often shown at the Nativity?

Sheep, cows, and donkeys

What holiday follows Christmas Day?

St. Stephen’s Day

What word means “Good News” and names the books about Jesus?

Gospel

What character flies around the world delivering gifts?

Santa Claus

What Catholic celebration honors Jesus’ birth with a church service?

Christmas Mass

What do people usually exchange on Christmas Day?

Gifts

What night is Jesus believed to have been born?

Christmas night

What month is Christmas celebrated in?

December

What town did Mary and Joseph travel from before Bethlehem?

Nazareth

What word means “giving” and is often used at Christmas?

Charity

What cold-weather clothing do people often wear in winter?

Coat

What color is often used during Advent?

Purple

What kind of tree is most often used as a Christmas tree?

Evergreen

How many Wise Men are traditionally shown in Nativity scenes?

Three

What day comes before Christmas Day?

Christmas Eve

What is the Nativity?

The story or scene of Jesus’ birth

What popular Christmas movie features a boy named Kevin left home alone?

Home Alone

What feast celebrates the birth of Jesus?

Christmas

What decoration is usually placed at the top of the Christmas tree?

A star or angel

What group of people were watching sheep when Jesus was born?

Shepherds

What red-and-white striped candy is common at Christmas?

Candy cane

What season comes before Christmas in the Catholic Church?

Advent

What do people hang by the fireplace for Santa to fill?

Stockings

What does the word “Emmanuel” mean?

God with us

What holiday drink is made from milk and eggs?

Eggnog

What star led the Wise Men to Jesus?

The Star of Bethlehem

What character is known for stealing Christmas in a Dr. Seuss book?

The Grinch

What three gifts did the Wise Men bring?

Gold, frankincense, and myrrh

How many reindeer does Santa traditionally have?

Eight

What angel told Mary she would have baby Jesus?

Gabriel

What treat is often left out for Santa on Christmas Eve?

Cookies

What kind of building was Jesus born in?

A stable

What Christmas song begins with “You better watch out”?

Santa Claus Is Coming to Town

Who was the foster father of Jesus?

Joseph

What holiday plant has red leaves and is often used as Christmas decoration?

Poinsettia

What town was Jesus born in?

Bethlehem

What animal pulls Santa’s sleigh?

Reindeer

Who was the mother of Jesus?

Mary

What color is Santa Claus’s suit most often shown wearing?

Red