Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
Germany
What's the Elf on the Shelf?
A Scout Elf has the important job of being Santa's eyes and ears during Christmas. The Elf goes back to the North Pole every night.
What's mulled wine made of?
Mulled wine, also known as spiced wine, is an alcoholic drink usually made with red wine, various spices and fruit. It's served hot.
At what temperature in Celsius does water freeze?
Water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius.
When is Christmas Eve?
It's on the 24th of December.
What is the donkey who is traveling to Bethlehem carrying? ("Hacia Belén va una Burra")
She's carrying chocolate, a grinder / mill (molinillo), and a little portable stove (anafre).
Which fairy tale (cuento) was the inspiration for gingerbread houses?
Hansel and Gretel
Who is the Apalpador?
He's a mythical man who comes on the nights of the winter solstice to touch the bellies of children. He leaves chestnuts and presents for them.
What are the Three Wise Men's names?
Gaspar (or Caspar), Melchior, and Balthazar
What is this?
It's a menorah.
When is Christmas Day?
It's on the 25th of December.
How do you say "¡Feliz Navidad!" in English?
Merry Christmas!
When is Kwanza?
It's from the 26th of December to the 1st of January. It honors African-American heritage; it’s a cultural holiday, not a religious one.
What are the fish doing in the river of the Spanish Christmas Carol? (Peces en el río)
They're drinking. They drink, and they drink, and they drink again.
At what temperature in Farenheit does water freeze?
Water freezes at 32 degrees Farenheit.
What's eggnog (ponche) made of?
Eggnog is traditionally made with eggs, egg yolk, sugar, milk, heavy cream and vanilla extract.
What do you do under mistletoe (muérdago)?
Kiss whoever is with you.
What's this?
It's mistletoe (muérdago).
What was the first company that used Santa Claus in advertising?
Coca-Cola
What is Boxing Day?
A British tradition that occurs on the 26th and dates back to the 1800s. Then, upper class Britons gave servants a day off and presents.
What did the Three Wise Men take to Bethlehem?
They took gold, frankincense and myrrh to Bethlehem.
What is Santa Claus also called, especially in the UK?
Father Christmas
When is Hanukkah?
It starts in the evening of Thursday the 7th. It ends on Friday the 15th of December.
When do the Three Magi / Three Wise Men / Three Kings come?
They come on the eve of the 6th of January (Kings' Day / Epiphany).
What's the song "Silent Night" in Spanish?
Noche de Paz