Global Christmas Traditions Quiz

In which country do children traditionally receive gifts from "Befana," a kind witch who delivers presents on Epiphany Eve?

• Spain

• Italy

• Germany

• France

What is the traditional Christmas decoration made from evergreen branches, often used to symbolize eternal life?

• Tinsel

• Wreath

• Garland

• Mistletoe

Which Christmas carol includes the lyrics "Silent night, holy night, all is calm, all is bright"?

• Jingle Bells

• Silent Night

• O Holy Night

• Deck the Halls

In which country is the Christmas tradition of "Jólabókaflóð," or the "Christmas Book Flood," where books are exchanged on Christmas Eve, celebrated?

• Norway

• Sweden

• Iceland

• Finland

What is the name of the traditional Mexican celebration that reenacts Mary and Joseph's search for a place to stay in Bethlehem?

• Las Posadas

• La Tomatina

• Día de los Muertos

• Cinco de Mayo

Which country is known for the tradition of hiding a pickle ornament in the Christmas tree, with the first child to find it receiving an extra gift?

• Germany

• Austria

• Switzerland

• Netherlands

What is the name of the popular Christmas song that begins with "Dashing through the snow, in a one-horse open sleigh"?

• Jingle Bells

• Frosty the Snowman

• Winter Wonderland

• Let It Snow

In Japan, which fast-food chain has become a popular choice for Christmas dinner, often requiring reservations?

• McDonald's

• KFC

• Burger King

• Subway

Which country celebrates "Sinterklaasavond" on December 5th, where children receive gifts from Sinterklaas?

• Belgium

• Netherlands

• Denmark

• Luxembourg

What is the name of the traditional Filipino Christmas lantern, often star-shaped, that symbolizes the Star of Bethlehem?

• Parol

• Piñata

• Papel Picado

• Poinsettia