Christmas History

What year did Christmas become a federal Holiday?

• 1870

• 1802

• 1912

• 1868

When is Christmas this year?

• Thursday, December 25th

• Saturday, December 26th

• Wednesday, December 23rd

• Friday, December 25th

Why do we celebrate Christmas?

• Because we get presents.

• To celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.

• Because of the food.

• We get to decorate.

What holiday do you celebrate in December?

How many real Christmas trees are sold in the US each year?

• 100 - 1,000

• 1 million

• 30 - 35 million

• 15 - 20 million

When was the story of Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer written?

• 1960

• 1952

• 1939

• 1884

What are some nicknames that Santa Claus has?

• Father Christmas

• Giver of Gifts

• Kris Kringle

• Christmas King

• St. Nick

What do you want for Christmas this year?

How do you say Merry Christmas in Hawaiian?

• Aloha

• mele Kalikimaka

• mele Kikiwaka

• Feliz Navidad

What does Santa Claus give you for Christmas if you are naughty?

• Ice

• Coal

• Crocodile

• A new phone