Winter Holiday Conversation Quiz

What are some traditional winter holiday customs in Japan?

• Building sandcastles on the beach

• Eating watermelon and ice cream

• Skiing in the mountains

• Decorating with kadomatsu, eating osechi ryori, and sending nengajo (New Year's postcards)

What are some traditional winter holiday customs in Mexico?

• Posadas, Las Posadas, and Dia de los Reyes

• Cinco de Mayo, Day of the Dead, and Mexican Independence Day

• Mexican Mother's Day, Father's Day, and Children's Day

• Carnaval, Semana Santa, and Mexican Flag Day

What are two popular winter holiday travel destinations in Europe?

• Germany and France

• Switzerland and Austria

• Spain and Portugal

• Greece and Italy

What are two popular winter holiday travel destinations in Asia?

• Japan and South Korea

• Thailand and Vietnam

• China and India

• Australia and New Zealand

What are two popular winter holiday foods in the United States?

• Roast turkey and pumpkin pie

• Hamburgers and hot dogs

• Spaghetti and ice cream

• Sushi and tacos

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What are two popular winter holiday foods in Italy?

• Sushi and Ramen

• Spaghetti and Meatballs

• Gelato and Tiramisu

• Panettone and Pandoro

What are two common winter holiday gift-giving customs in the Middle East?

• Exchanging flowers and giving jewelry as a gift

• Singing carols and giving handmade crafts as a gift

• Exchanging sweets and giving money as a gift

• Exchanging books and giving clothes as a gift

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What are two common winter holiday gift-giving customs in South America?

• Exchanging small gifts and giving money in red envelopes

• Sending greeting cards and giving handmade crafts

• Singing carols and exchanging food baskets

• Exchanging large gifts and giving money in blue envelopes

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What are two winter holiday activities for families that involve outdoor sports?

• Snowboarding and snowball fights

• Indoor movie marathon and baking cookies

• Building snowmen and making snow angels

• Ice skating and skiing

What are two winter holiday activities for families that involve crafting and decorating?

• Skiing and snowboarding

• Making gingerbread houses and creating handmade ornaments

• Ice skating and building snowmen

• Baking cookies and watching movies

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