December Holidays Around the World Quiz

What is the main reason for celebrating Christmas in the Christian faith?

• The end of the year

• The arrival of Santa Claus

• The birth of Jesus Christ

• The start of winter

What unique Christmas tradition is practiced in Iceland?

• Decorating a Christmas Bush

• Leaving mince pies for Santa

• Going to the beach

• Having thirteen Santas known as Yule Lads

What miracle is Hanukkah known for?

• The end of a long drought

• The discovery of a new land

• The menorah's oil lasting eight days

• The birth of a prophet

What is the name of the candle used to light others during Hanukkah?

• Shamash

• Dreidel

• Menorah

• Latke

Who created Kwanzaa?

• Mahatma Gandhi

• Nelson Mandela

• Dr. Maulana Karenga

• Martin Luther King Jr.

What does the word 'Kwanzaa' mean in Swahili?

• Festival of Lights

• First fruits

• New Year

• Family gathering

What is Boxing Day traditionally associated with?

• Opening gifts

• Distributing alms to the poor

• Lighting fireworks

• Eating a large feast

What is the Irish tradition on Boxing Day called?

• Decorating the Christmas tree

• Singing carols

• Lighting the menorah

• Hunting the wren

What is the main activity on Ōmisoka in Japan?

• Lighting fireworks

• Eating long noodles

• Decorating a tree

• Exchanging gifts

What is the purpose of striking bells at Buddhist temples on Ōmisoka?

• To represent the 108 earthly desires

• To ward off evil spirits

• To welcome the New Year

• To celebrate a good harvest