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Christmas Trivia

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  • What book of the Bible tells about Jesus’ birth?
    The Gospels
  • What does the word “Emmanuel” mean?
    God with us
  • What celebration includes Mass on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day?
    Christmas
  • What red-and-white striped candy is common at Christmas?
    Candy cane
  • What holiday plant has red leaves and is often used as Christmas decoration?
    Poinsettia
  • What Christmas figure is made of snow?
    Snowman
  • What word means “giving” and is often used at Christmas?
    Charity
  • What decoration is usually placed at the top of the Christmas tree?
    A star or angel
  • What angel told Mary she would have baby Jesus?
    Gabriel
  • What is another name Catholics use for the manger scene?
    Nativity scene
  • What popular Christmas movie features a boy named Kevin left home alone?
    Home Alone
  • What angel appeared to the shepherds?
    An angel of the Lord
  • What title is given to Jesus meaning “Savior”?
    Christ
  • What town did Mary and Joseph travel from before Bethlehem?
    Nazareth
  • What animals are often shown at the Nativity?
    Sheep, cows, and donkeys
  • What color is often used during Advent?
    Purple
  • What holiday follows Christmas Day?
    St. Stephen’s Day
  • In “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” how many gifts are given on the first day?
    One
  • What is the Nativity?
    The story or scene of Jesus’ birth
  • Who was the mother of Jesus?
    Mary
  • Who ordered the census that brought Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem?
    Caesar Augustus
  • What do the candles on an Advent wreath remind people of?
    Jesus is the light of the world
  • What star led the Wise Men to Jesus?
    The Star of Bethlehem
  • What Catholic season helps people prepare for Jesus’ birth?
    Advent
  • What sound do bells make in many Christmas songs?
    Jingle
  • What cold-weather clothing do people often wear in winter?
    Coat
  • What character flies around the world delivering gifts?
    Santa Claus
  • What season comes before Christmas in the Catholic Church?
    Advent
  • What shape are most Christmas ornaments?
    Round
  • What town was Jesus born in?
    Bethlehem
  • What does the word “Nativity” mean?
    Birth
  • Who was the foster father of Jesus?
    Joseph
  • What prayer begins with the words “Hail Mary”?
    The Hail Mary
  • How many reindeer does Santa traditionally have?
    Eight
  • What gift from the Wise Men was used for worship?
    Frankincense
  • What treat is often left out for Santa on Christmas Eve?
    Cookies
  • What family members are shown in a manger scene?
    Mary, Joseph, and Jesus
  • What kind of building was Jesus born in?
    A stable
  • What night is Jesus believed to have been born?
    Christmas night
  • What word means “Good News” and names the books about Jesus?
    Gospel
  • What family members make up the Holy Family?
    Jesus, Mary, and Joseph
  • What do people hang by the fireplace for Santa to fill?
    Stockings
  • What day comes before Christmas Day?
    Christmas Eve
  • What Catholic celebration honors Jesus’ birth with a church service?
    Christmas Mass
  • What do people usually exchange on Christmas Day?
    Gifts
  • What three gifts did the Wise Men bring?
    Gold, frankincense, and myrrh
  • What holiday drink is made from milk and eggs?
    Eggnog
  • What shape is the Star of Bethlehem usually shown as?
    A star
  • What color is Santa Claus’s suit most often shown wearing?
    Red
  • How many Wise Men are traditionally shown in Nativity scenes?
    Three
  • What group of people were watching sheep when Jesus was born?
    Shepherds
  • What color lights are commonly used on Christmas trees?
    White or multicolored
  • What month is Christmas celebrated in?
    December
  • What animal pulls Santa’s sleigh?
    Reindeer
  • What plant is often hung for a kissing tradition at Christmas?
    Mistletoe
  • What feast celebrates the birth of Jesus?
    Christmas
  • What Christmas song begins with “You better watch out”?
    Santa Claus Is Coming to Town
  • What animals did the shepherds watch at night?
    Sheep
  • What character is known for stealing Christmas in a Dr. Seuss book?
    The Grinch
  • What kind of tree is most often used as a Christmas tree?
    Evergreen