Christmas Day Traditions Trivia Trivia Quiz - Trivia Quiz

1 In the United Kingdom, what special broadcast is traditionally aired on the afternoon of Christmas Day?

A. A New Year's Day State Speech

B. The Prime Minister's Holiday Address

C. The King's Christmas Broadcast

2 In Japan, what unusual meal has become a popular tradition for many families on Christmas Day?

A. Fried chicken from KFC

B. Sushi platters

C. Roast turkey

3 In Australia, which season is it on Christmas Day?

A. Spring

B. Winter

C. Summer

4 Which sweet, dome-shaped bread studded with candied fruit is a classic Christmas treat in Italy?

A. Tiramisu

B. Panettone

C. Crème brûlée

5 In Spain, who traditionally brings children's gifts on Epiphany (after Christmas Day)?

A. The Three Kings (Los Reyes Magos)

B. St. Nicholas

C. Santa Claus (Papá Noel)

6 What is the Filipino tradition of nine pre-dawn Masses leading up to Christmas Day called?

A. Simbang Gabi

B. Posadas

C. Las Mañanitas

7 Which fruit-studded loaf is a classic Christmas bread in Germany, often enjoyed around Christmas Day?

A. Pan de Pascua

B. Stollen

C. Soda bread

8 Which professional league is famous for its slate of games on Christmas Day in the United States?

A. MLB

B. NBA

C. NHL

9 In the UK, which dessert is traditionally doused in brandy and set alight on Christmas Day?

A. Mince pie

B. Trifle

C. Christmas pudding

10 In Ireland and parts of the UK, what chilly charity activity do some people take part in on Christmas Day?

A. All-night caroling

B. Sea swim or 'Christmas Day dip'

C. Dawn mountain hike

11 On which date do Ethiopian Orthodox Christians typically celebrate Christmas (Ganna)?

A. December 31

B. December 13

C. January 7

12 Which red-and-green plant, native to Mexico, is a popular Christmas decoration around Christmas Day?

A. Poinsettia

B. Hollyhock

C. Lavender

13 What is the name of the sweet 'Christ's bread' traditionally baked in Greece for Christmas Day?

A. Panforte

B. Babka

C. Christopsomo

14 Some Orthodox churches mark Christmas Day on January 7 because they still follow which calendar for liturgical dates?

A. Gregorian calendar

B. Lunar calendar

C. Julian calendar

15 In the UK and several Commonwealth countries, what is the traditional name for the day after Christmas Day?

A. St. Nicholas Day

B. Boxing Day

C. Founders' Day