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WorksheetsFestive Fun: A Christmas Quiz
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
On which day of the week does Christmas Day most commonly fall in Britain over a 28-year cycle?
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Sunday
What is the traditional name for the evening before Christmas Day in Britain?
Christmas Eve
Twelfth Night
Boxing Day
Epiphany
Which carol contains the lyrics “God rest ye merry, gentlemen”?
Silent Night
God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen
O Holy Night
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
Which plant is traditionally used to decorate homes and is associated with kissing during Christmas?
Ivy
Mistletoe
Holly
Poinsettia
Which of these is NOT a typical ingredient in a British Christmas pudding?
Raisins
Suet
Rice
Brandy
What is the name of the paper hat found inside a Christmas cracker?
Crown
Tiara
Cap
Bonnet
Which spice is most commonly used in mulled wine?
Cinnamon
Basil
Thyme
Oregano
In the film “Home Alone,” what is the name of the main character who is left behind?
Kevin McCallister
Harry Potter
Charlie Brown
Max Evans
Which of these is traditionally hung on the fireplace for Father Christmas to fill?
Mittens
Stockings
Shoes
Bags
Which fruit is traditionally hidden inside a British Christmas pudding?
Orange
Plum
Apple
Banana
What colour are holly berries, a common Christmas decoration?
Blue
Red
White
Purple
Which British monarch gave the first Christmas broadcast on the radio?
Queen Victoria
King George V
Queen Elizabeth II
King Edward VIII
Which carol begins with “Once in royal David’s city”?
Once in Royal David’s City
O Little Town of Bethlehem
Away in a Manger
The First Noel
What is the name of the angel who told Mary she would have a baby, according to the Christmas story?
Michael
Gabriel
Raphael
Uriel
Which festival is celebrated by lighting candles on a menorah?
Hanukkah
Diwali
Ramadan
Passover
In “Home Alone 2,” which city does Kevin get lost in?
Los Angeles
New York
Chicago
Boston
Which British author wrote “A Christmas Carol”?
Charles Dickens
J.K. Rowling
Jane Austen
Roald Dahl
Which dessert is traditionally set alight with brandy before serving at Christmas?
Christmas pudding
Mince pie
Fruitcake
Yule log
Which of these is a traditional Christmas pantomime in Britain?
Cinderella
Macbeth
Hamlet
The Tempest
Which song by Mariah Carey is considered a modern Christmas classic?
All I Want for Christmas Is You
Hero
Fantasy
Vision of Love
In the film “Elf,” what is the name of the main character played by Will Ferrell?
Buddy
Walter
Michael
Santa
In “Home Alone,” what are the names of the two burglars?
Harry and Marv
Tom and Jerry
Bill and Ted
Sam and Dean
In “Elf,” what city does Buddy travel to in search of his father?
Chicago
New York
Los Angeles
Boston
In “Home Alone,” what does Kevin use to protect his house from the burglars?
Booby traps
Police officers
Guard dog
Alarm system
In “Elf,” what is Buddy’s favourite food group?
Candy
Vegetables
Meat
Fruit
