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Winter Quiz

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the traditional Polish Christmas Eve supper called?

a)

Seder

b)

Wigilia

c)

Joulupöytä

d)

Réveillon

2.

In the Netherlands, which historical figure is the main gift-giver on December 5th, preceding Christmas?

a)

Father Christmas

b)

Christkind

c)

Sinterklaas

d)

Befana

3.

What is the traditional lengthy Christmas Eve dinner in France called?

a)

Réveillon

b)

Kermesse

c)

Fête des Rois

d)

Galette

4.

What unique Finnish tradition is commonly observed on Christmas Eve afternoon?

a)

Eating lutefisk

b)

Visiting the sauna

c)

Ice swimming

d)

Lighting a bonfire

5.

In Italy, what color underwear is traditionally worn on New Year's Eve for good luck in the coming year?

a)

Blue

b)

Green

c)

Yellow

d)

Red

6.

The German custom of Bleigiessen on New Year's Eve involves predicting the future by:

a)

Reading coffee grounds

b)

Melting and shaping lead

c)

Consulting a psychic

d)

Burning incense

7.

What plant is traditionally hung in English homes during Christmas and is associated with kissing?

a)

Holly

b)

Ivy

c)

Mistletoe

d)

Poinsettia

8.

On a Polish Christmas Supper table, why is an extra, empty place setting often laid?

a)

For good luck

b)

For an unexpected guest

c)

For the Christkind

d)

To symbolize the empty manger

9.

In the Netherlands, what type of deep-fried pastry is traditionally eaten on New Year's Eve/Day?

a)

Stroopwafels

b)

Poffertjes

c)

Vla

d)

Oliebollen

10.

Which character is associated with delivering gifts on Epiphany (January 6th) in parts of Italy, often portrayed as an old woman on a broomstick?

a)

Befana

b)

Knecht Ruprecht

c)

Zwarte Piet

d)

Père Fouettard

11.

In Germany, what is the traditional Christmas market called?

a)

Christkindlmarkt

b)

Glühweinstand

c)

Weihnachtsmarkt

d)

Adventskalender

12.

What is the traditional Christmas dessert in England, a steamed pudding often served with brandy butter?

a)

Mince Pie

b)

Panettone

c)

Yule Log

d)

Christmas Pudding

13.

In Finland, who traditionally visits children on Christmas Eve to deliver gifts?

a)

Tomte

b)

Santa Claus

c)

Joulupukki

d)

La Befana

14.

What traditional food item is often hidden in the French Galette des Rois (King's Cake) eaten on Epiphany?

a)

A gold coin

b)

A small ceramic figurine (fève)

c)

A small toy car

d)

A dried bean

15.

What is the main characteristic of the traditional Polish Christmas Eve meal?

a)

It is meatless (fasting meal)

b)

It always includes a whole roasted pig

c)

It is eaten before sunset

d)

It must have 7 main courses

16.

In parts of Germany and Austria, which demonic-looking figure accompanies St. Nicholas to punish naughty children?

a)

Belsnickel

b)

Krampus

c)

Perchta

d)

Grinch

17.

What is the specific Italian New Year's Eve tradition regarding grapes?

a)

Drinking wine made only from green grapes

b)

Throwing grapes at the window for luck

c)

Leaving grapes out for Befana

d)

Eating one grape for each stroke of midnight

18.

Which British monarch popularized the tradition of the Christmas Tree in England after her marriage to Prince Albert?

a)

Queen Victoria

b)

Queen Elizabeth I

c)

Queen Anne

d)

Queen Elizabeth II

19.

What is Kerststol in the Netherlands, a traditional bread eaten on Christmas morning?

a)

A savory meat pie

b)

A small spiced cookie

c)

A fruit and almond paste-filled bread

d)

A type of waffle

20.

In Germany, how many candles are traditionally lit on an Advent Wreath before Christmas?

a)

3

b)

4

c)

5

d)

7