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Nikolaustag und Weihnachten

Total questions: 12

Worksheet time: 6mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What do the Germans call the 'Santa Claus'-like figure who brings treats to good boys and girls on December 6th?

a)

Klaus

b)

Sinterklaus

c)

Sankt Nikolaus

d)

Der Weihnachtsmann

2.

Where did Sankt Nikolaus live in the 3rd century?

a)

Germany

b)

Turkey

c)

Netherlands

d)

United States

3.

What did Sankt Nikolaus throw down the chimney for the poor man and his daughters?

a)

Sacks of gold

b)

Clothes

c)

Candy

d)

Toys

4.

What is the purpose of 'Knecht Ruprecht' during Sankt Nikolaus visit?

a)

To give gifts to children

b)

To scare naughty children

c)

To sing Christmas carols

d)

To decorate the Christmas tree

5.

What is the traditional food for Sankt Nikolaus Eve?

a)

Gingerbread cookies

b)

Fruit cake

c)

Chocolate truffles

d)

Caramel popcorn

6.

What is the period of preparation for the arrival of the 'Christkind' called?

a)

Weihnachtszeit

b)

Osternszeit

c)

Herbstzeit

d)

Sommerzeit

7.

What is the traditional Christmas market called in Germany?

a)

Weihnachtsmarkt

b)

Ostermarkt

c)

Sommerfest

d)

Herbstmesse

8.

What is the traditional Christmas meal in Germany?

a)

Roast turkey

b)

Baked ham

c)

Roast beef

d)

Roast goose

9.

Where did the 'Weihnachtsbaum' originate?

a)

France

b)

Germany

c)

Spain

d)

Italy

10.

When do most German families decorate the 'Weihnachtsbaum'?

a)

January 1st

b)

December 31st

c)

December 25th

d)

December 24th

11.

In which part of Germany would you most likely be dragged away by Krampus if you're a naughty child?

a)

north-east

b)

north-west

c)

south-east

d)

south-west

12.

Which of the following is not a traditional helper of Sankt Nikolaus in any part of Germany?

a)

b)

c)

d)