Christmas traditions around the world

In Belgium, who comes on December 6?

• Santa Claus

• Saint Nicholas

• Lucia

Christians in China call Santa Claus Dun Che Lao Ren, which means…

• Christmas Old Man

• Christmas Big Man

• Christmas Snowman

The first nativity scene was displayed in 1223 by St. Francis of Assisi in which country?

• Italy

• Spain

• Russia

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In Sweden, the Christmas season begins on December 13, the feast day of St. Lucia. On this day it is traditional for the eldest daughter in every family to…

• make breakfast for all the family

• wake up early and go out

• wake up all the family members

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In which country is a Yule log-shaped cake called a "Bûche de Noël" traditionally served?

• France

• Russia

• Britain

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In China, what do people traditionally use to light their homes at Christmas?

• candles

• paper lanterns

• electric lights

Where do Santa's elves live in Denmark?

• in the North Pole

• in the attics of houses

• in the wood

Who delivers presents in Russia?

• Snowhite and seven dwarves

• Grandfather Frost and the Snow Maiden

• Santa Claus and the Grey Wolf

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In The Netherlands, what transport does Saint Nicholas traditionally use?

• a reindeer

• a horse

• a camel

Which country originated the tradition of hanging stockings by the fireplace?

• the USA

• England

• Italy