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1 What changed in 1752 which caused Britain to have a White Christmas less frequently thereafter?
A The calendar. Switching to the Gregorian calendar, which effectively moved Christmas Day by 11 days.
2 In England, it’s traditional for children to put out a Christmas stocking for Father Christmas, but what do Dutch children traditionally put out?
A Shoes, or sometimes clogs, near the fireplace or door on the evening of December 5th for Sinterklaas (Saint Nicholas).
3 In Finland, what does Santa Claus (Joulupukki) traditionally ride?
A A reindeer, often in a sled or pulkka, but doesn’t fly.
4 From which country did putting up a Christmas tree originate?
A USA not Germany. Probably invented by Woolworth department stores.
5 What star sign are people born under, if their birthday falls on Christmas day?
A Capricorn. The Capricorn sign typically includes birthdays from December 22nd to January 19th.
6 Which country is the world’s largest exporter of Brazil nuts?
A Bolivia. The trees that produce Brazil nuts are native to the Amazon rainforest.
7 A German tradition is to hide what in a Christmas tree?
A Ornamental pickle. According to the tradition, the first person to find it on Christmas morning receives an extra gift from Santa Claus. While often called a German tradition, it is actually most popular in the United States, and many Germans have never heard of it.
8 Which country donates every year the Christmas tree displayed in Trafalgar Square?
A Norway, as a gift of gratitude for Britain’s support during World War II.
9 Where does Father Christmas land his sleigh to deliver presents?
A On the roofs of individual houses.
10 At Christmas, it is customary to exchange kisses beneath a sprig of what?
A Mistletoe. This tradition is linked to various folklore, including ancient beliefs about peace, love, and fertility, and it became widespread in the 18th and 19th centuries.