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Christmas Traditions Around the World

Total questions: 13

Worksheet time: 25mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the name of the Christmas tradition celebrated in Mexico that lasts nine days before Christmas?

a)

Las Posadas

b)

Piñata Festival

c)

Christmas Eve Parade

d)

Candlelight Walk

2.

What do Japanese families typically eat on Christmas Day?

a)

Turkey and mashed potatoes

b)

Fried chicken and cake

c)

Seafood and fresh fruit

d)

Ham and salad

3.

Why is Christmas celebrated differently in Australia compared to other countries?

a)

It is winter during Christmas in Australia

b)

Australians follow unique religious traditions

c)

It is summer during Christmas in Australia

d)

Australians do not exchange gifts during Christmas

4.

What is a popular Christmas tradition in Germany during December?

a)

Decorating homes with lights

b)

Setting up outdoor Christmas markets

c)

Singing carols in neighborhoods

d)

Playing beach games

5.

What activity is part of the Christmas Eve celebration in Mexico involving children?

a)

Decorating Christmas trees

b)

Breaking a piñata filled with candy and toys

c)

Singing carols at church

d)

Exchanging gifts with family

6.

What is a popular Christmas tradition in Germany involving edible houses?

a)

Making gingerbread houses

b)

Decorating Christmas trees

c)

Singing carols

d)

Lighting colorful lanterns

7.

What is the purpose of Christmas traditions around the world?

a)

To compete with other countries

b)

To bring families and communities together

c)

To celebrate the New Year

d)

To decorate homes

8.

Which quote supports the inference that Las Posadas is a special and important Mexican tradition?

a)

This celebration lasts nine days before Christmas.

b)

Families and friends walk through their neighborhoods carrying candles and singing songs.

c)

When it breaks, candy falls to the ground, and everyone rushes to collect it.

d)

This tradition brings joy and laughter to Mexican families during the holiday season.

9.

What can be inferred about why Christmas in Japan focuses on spending time with family?

a)

Japanese people do not like Christmas decorations.

b)

Most people in Japan are not Christian, so they celebrate Christmas as a fun holiday rather than a religious one.

c)

Japan does not have enough money for Christmas gifts.

d)

Japanese families do not like to eat cake on Christmas.

10.

Why might German families enjoy visiting Christmas markets together?

a)

They want to avoid spending time at home.

b)

The markets are only open for one day.

c)

They can buy gifts, decorations, and holiday treats while enjoying time together.

d)

Christmas markets are the only place to buy food in Germany.

11.

Why are Christmas traditions around the world important?

a)

They bring families and communities together.

b)

They help people share joy during the holiday season.

c)

They are all exactly the same in every country.

d)

They show how people celebrate in their own special ways.

12.

Which statement about Christmas around the world is most accurate?

a)

Christmas is celebrated the same way in every country.

b)

Only cold countries celebrate Christmas.

c)

Christmas traditions are different around the world, but they all bring people together.

d)

Christmas is only celebrated in Europe and North America.

13.

Which sentence uses the word 'tradition' with the same meaning as it is used in the passage?

a)

The tradition of the old church made it a historic landmark.

b)

She follows a tradition of reading a book every night before bed.

c)

His tradition of running made him very fast.

d)

The tradition of the antique vase made it valuable.