Christmas Around the World

Question 1

Which day is St. Nicholas Day in Germany?

Accepted Answer

December 6th

Question 2

We didn't read about Christmas in which country?

Accepted Answer

Japan

Question 3

What country celebrates Christmas on January 7th?

Accepted Answer

Russia

Question 4

The name of this popular New Zealand dessert is...

Accepted Answer

Pavlova

Question 5

Where and when was the first Christmas card made?

Accepted Answer

England - 1843

Question 6

How many days is the German Christmas?

Accepted Answer

3

Question 7

Why is the pohutukawa known as the New Zealand Christmas tree?

Accepted Answer

The red flowers and green leaves appear Christmasy

Question 8

Why do New Zealanders celebrate Christmas in the summer?

Accepted Answer

It's in the southern hemisphere

Question 9

In the Philippines, the Christmas season begins on which day?

Accepted Answer

December 16th

Question 10

The parol is one of the most popular Christmas decorations in the Philippines. What does it represent?

Accepted Answer

The Star of Bethlehem

Question 11

Why is the poinsettia, a native Mexican flower, popular at Christmas time?

Accepted Answer

it looks like the Star of Bethlehem

Question 12

In the Philippines, what is a special gift of money called?

Accepted Answer

Aguinaldo

Question 13

Many of the traditions in the U.S., Canada, Australia, and other English speaking countries came from what country?

Accepted Answer

England

Question 14

What is the name of the day when all the decorations come down in Sweden?

Accepted Answer

knutdagen

Question 15

In Sweden, a Christmas goat made of straw is called

Accepted Answer

A Julbock

Question 16

The Mexican name for Santa Claus is...

Accepted Answer

Santo Clos

Question 17

What is the name for the Dutch Santa Claus?

Accepted Answer

Sinterklaas

Question 18

What is found behind the 24 doors in a German Advent calendar?

Accepted Answer

A chocolate treat and a picture

Question 19

The Christmas season in Mexico begins with

Accepted Answer

The Feast of Lady Guadalupe

Question 20

In Russia, a decorated tree is called...

Accepted Answer

A yolka

Question 21

Who tosses cookies and candies to the parade crowd in The Netherlands?

Accepted Answer

Zwarte Piet

Question 22

Which traditional pudding is popular in England?

Accepted Answer

Plum pudding

Question 23

What is the name of Sinterklaas' horse?

Accepted Answer

Amerigo

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