The History and Evolution of Santa Claus

Who was Saint Nicholas, and what was he known for?

• A king known for his conquests

• A wealthy merchant known for his business acumen

• A bishop known for his generosity and kindness

• A sailor known for his adventures

What did Saint Nicholas do for a poor family with three daughters?

• He gave them a house

• He provided them with food

• He secretly gave them gold

• He offered them jobs

How did Saint Nicholas become associated with sailors?

• He was a sailor himself

• He saved sailors from a storm

• He wrote stories about sailors

• He built ships for sailors

What was the Christkind, and how was it related to Santa Claus?

• A reindeer that pulled Santa's sleigh

• A snowman that accompanied Santa

• An angel-like child symbolizing baby Jesus

• A mythical creature that helped Santa

What name did Americans eventually settle on for Sinterklaas?

• Saint Nick

• Leprechauns

• Father Christmas

• Santa Claus

Which author described Santa as a jolly old elf traveling by sleigh?

• Thomas Nast

• Clement Moore

• Charles Dickens

• Washington Irving

What did Thomas Nast contribute to the image of Santa Claus?

• He illustrated Santa with a red suit and white beard

• He wrote a poem about Santa

• He described Santa as a jolly old elf

• He created the story of Santa's reindeer

Where did the idea of Santa living at the North Pole originate?

• From Thomas Nast's illustrations

• From a children's book

• From a traditional Dutch story

• From a popular Christmas song

What was the role of Washington Irving in shaping Santa's image?

• He illustrated Santa's workshop

• He described Santa as a Dutchman flying over rooftops

• He wrote a poem about Santa

• He created the story of Santa's elves

Which of the following was NOT a name considered for Santa Claus in America?

• Old Man Christmas

• Santa Claus

• Saint a Claus

• Saved Klaus