Christmas Trivia Quiz: Classic Christmas Traditions and History

Get ready to test your Christmas knowledge and perhaps learn something new about the holiday seasonโ€™s magic! ๐ŸŽ„๐Ÿคถ๐ŸŽ…

Christmas Trivia Quiz: Classic Christmas Traditions and History

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Christmas is one of the most cherished holidays around the world, celebrated with unique customs, heartwarming traditions, and historical roots that make it special. This quiz delves into various aspects of Christmas, from its traditional practices and historical milestones to popular symbols and songs.

Discover how much you know about the origins of Christmas customs, the history behind Santa Claus, and the unique ways people around the world celebrate this festive season.

Get ready to test your Christmas knowledge and perhaps learn something new about the holiday season’s magic!

Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
FranceUnited StatesUnited KingdomGermany
Which popular Christmas beverage is also called "milk punch?"
Hot ChocolateApple CiderMulled WineEggnog
Who brought โ€œChristmas Treesโ€ to the United States?
British SettlersDutch SettlersGerman SettlersIrish Settlers
In โ€œThe Twelve Days of Christmas,โ€ what gift is given on the fifth day?
Six Geese a-LayingFour Calling BirdsFive Golden RingsSeven Swans a-Swimming
What was the first company that used Santa Claus in an advertisement?
WalmartMacyโ€™sKmartCoca-Cola
What is the name of the Grinchโ€™s dog in the Dr. Seuss classic โ€œHow the Grinch Stole Christmasโ€?
SpotRexCharlieMax
In what year did Christmas become a federal holiday in the United States?
1860187018801890
What popular Christmas song was actually written for Thanksgiving?
Jingle BellsJingle Bell RockHolly Jolly ChristmasLonely This Christmas
Whatโ€™s traditionally hidden inside a Christmas pudding?
A ribbonA nutA coinA berry
In the song "Frosty the Snowman," what made Frosty come to life?
A pair of mittensAn old silk hatA scarfA snowflake
Where did eggnog originate?
FranceScotlandUnited StatesEngland
What movie is the character Kevin McCallister from?
ElfThe Santa ClauseThe GrinchHome Alone
Who tries to stop Christmas from coming by stealing all the presents in Whoville?
The Snow MiserThe GrinchJack FrostEbenezer Scrooge
How many reindeer does Santa have?
EightNineTenEleven
What plant is traditionally kissed under at Christmas?
PineIvyMistletoeHolly

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