Christmas Traditions Quiz

Where did the tradition of Decking the Halls come from?

• Eastern Europe

• Western Europe

• Northern Europe

• Southern Europe

Which pagan tradition likely influenced the modern Christmas tree?

• Roman

• Latvian

• Greek

• Egyptian

In which country did the witch La Befana deliver candy or coal to houses?

• Spain

• France

• Germany

• Italy

Who was food left out for in Northern Europe?

• Santa Claus

• La Befana

• Balder

• Odin

What animals appeared in stories about St. Nicolaus after the eight-legged horse associated with Odin?

• deer

• horse

• lion

• dove

Which sun deity was celebrated on the winter solstice in Rome?

• Odin

• Mithras

• Balder

• Sol Invictus

In which region were sun deities like Balder celebrated on the winter solstice?

• Nordic countries

• Persia

• Egypt

• Greece

Who was the patron saint of children associated with Santa Claus?

• St. George

• St. Andrew

• St. Nicholas

• St. Patrick

What were winter plants like evergreens, holly, and ivy brought inside for in Northern Europe?

• To decorate Christmas trees

• To celebrate the winter solstice

• To honor the sun deity

• To cheer up the dark winter days

Why did it make sense to celebrate another radiant deity on December 25th?

• To coincide with other sun deities' celebrations

• To celebrate Jesus' birthday

• To honor the sun deity

• To mark the end of winter