Where is the "Festival of Lights" celebrated during the Christmas season, involving the lighting of candles to honor loved ones?

• Ireland

• India

• Mexico

• Brazil

What is the classic Christmas meal in the United Kingdom that often includes turkey, stuffing, and Christmas pudding?

• Turkey and stuffing

• Ham and mashed potatoes

• Roast beef and Yorkshire pudding

• Salmon and dill sauce

Which country is known for the tradition of taking a sauna on Christmas Eve to relax and unwind?

• Finland

• Russia

• Switzerland

• New Zealand

What is the traditional Christmas sweet treat in Italy shaped like a dome and made with layers of sponge cake, chocolate, and vanilla cream?

• Tiramisu

• Cannoli

• Panettone

• Panna Cotta

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In which European country do children celebrate "Sinterklaas," a festive figure who arrives by boat and brings gifts on the night of December 5th?

• Germany

• Netherlands

• Belgium

• Denmark

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What is the traditional Scandinavian Christmas decoration involving hanging straw ornaments on the tree?

• Gingerbread cookies

• Candy canes

• Julehjerter (Christmas hearts)

• Tinsel

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In which country is it customary to celebrate Christmas with a special dish called "Lechón," a roasted pig?

• Philippines

• Spain

• Argentina

• South Korea

What is the traditional Christmas dessert in Germany, often shaped like a figure or object related to the holiday season?

• Stollen

• Pfeffernüsse

• Lebkuchen

• Marzipan

In which country does Santa Claus have a counterpart named "Krampus," a mischievous creature who punishes naughty children?

• Canada

• Austria

• Spain

• China

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In which country do people celebrate Christmas with the tradition of hiding a small pickle ornament in the Christmas tree, and the person who finds it receives an extra present?

• Germany

• Mexico

• Australia

• d) Picklevania (because who wouldn't want a pickle as a gift?)