What do children do on January 5th to receive sweets and small gifts from La Befana?
They hang stockings for the friendly witch La Befana.
They light candles in the window.
They leave food outside for animals.
They sing songs in the town square.
What is special about the Christmas Eve meal in Poland?
It is meat-free and has 12 dishes symbolising the apostles.
The meal is always eaten outdoors.
It has 12 meat dishes for each month of the year.
Families eat only desserts and sweets.
Why do many South Africans have outdoor picnics or barbecues at Christmas?
Because it is very cold in December
Because it is warm in December
Because Christmas is celebrated at the beach only
Because indoor restaurants are closed
What is special about the Christmas Eve feast called Le Réveillon?
It only includes simple sandwiches and soup.
It features fancy foods like foie gras, oysters, roast meats
It is a vegetarian meal with 12 dishes.
It is eaten outdoors at the beach.
What do families do during Advent, four weeks before Christmas?
They decorate the Christmas tree with gifts.
They have outdoor picnics and barbecues.
They light candles on an Advent wreath and open daily Advent
They hang stockings for Santa Claus.
What do the Yule Lads leave in children’s shoes?
Money for good children only.
Only toys, no matter how children behave.
Only scary surprises, no matter how children behave.
Treats or surprises, depending on the child’s behavior.
What is the tradition of hanging mistletoe during the holidays?
People eat a special meal under it.
People give gifts to children under it.
People hang lights on it to celebrate.
People share a kiss underneath it.
Why do many people in Japan eat fried chicken on Christmas?
It is the only food available in winter.
A 1970s marketing campaign made the tradition popular.
It is an old Japanese holiday tradition.
It is required by the government during Christmas.
Why do families in Australia often have barbecues and spend time at the beach in December?
Because it is too cold to stay indoors.
Because restaurants are closed in December.
Because barbecues are a traditional winter activity.
Because it is summer during December in Australia.
What is a common Christmas gift in South Korea?
Decorative envelopes with money
Toys and sweets
Shoes
Fried chicken
Who is Krampus in the Christmas tradition?
A friendly elf who gives gifts to all children.
A magician who brings sweets to good children.
A snowman who helps St. Nicholas deliver presents.
A scary companion of St. Nicholas who visits naughty childre
What does the Norwegian Christmas tradition represent?
The birth of St. Nicholas
Mary and Joseph’s search for shelter
The visit of the Yule Lads
Santa Claus delivering presents