German Christmas Traditions

What is the significance of Advent in Germany?

• It marks the beginning of the Christmas celebrations

• It is the day when Father Christmas visits

• It is the day when children receive presents

• It is the day when Christmas trees are decorated

What is the tradition of lighting candles on the Advent wreath based on?

• The celebration of the return of light

• The solstice

• The Germanic tribes

• The Julfest

What is the rhyme associated with Advent in Germany?

• Advent, Advent, ein Lichtlein brennt

• Advent, Advent, ein Lichtlein brennterst

• Advent, Advent, ein Lichtlein brennterst eins, dann zwei, dann drei, dann vier

• Advent, Advent, ein Lichtlein brennterst eins, dann zwei, dann drei, dann vierdann steht das Christkind vor der Tür

What were the original images behind each door of the Advent calendar?

• Nativity story

• Chocolates

• Candies

• Toys

What do children hope to find in their shoes on the morning of 6th December?

• Chocolates

• Candies

• Toys

• Gingerbread

Who traditionally decorates the Christmas trees in Germany?

• The mother of the house

• The father of the house

• The children

• The guests

What are wooden frames with electric candles along the top often placed in?

• Windows

• Doors

• Fireplaces

• Gardens

What is the traditional way of saying 'Merry Christmas' in German?

• „Fröhliche Weihnachten“

• „Frohe Weihnachten“

• „Schöne Weihnachten“

• „Gesegnete Weihnachten“