The History of Christmas

What is the date on which Christmas is celebrated?

• December 25th

• January 1st

• November 25th

• December 31st

Christmas is a time for _________, ___, and _______________

What is the name of the shortest day of the year?

Which ancient festival involved big meals, gift-giving, and games is similar to Christmas?

• Saturnalia

• Diwali

• Hanukkah

• Easter

Who is Christmas celebrated to honor according to Christians?

• Jesus

• Santa Claus

• Saint Nicholas

• Queen Victoria

Which queen made Christmas trees popular in England?

Who is Santa Clause based on?

What helped spread the idea of Christmas as a time for kindness and giving during the 20th century?

• Movies, songs, and stories

• Television commercials

• Social media

• Radio broadcasts

Who was A Christmas Carol was created by?

Christmas is both a religious and __________ event.