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Christmas Around the World

How much do you know about Christmas in other countries? All the answers to this quiz can be found in the holiday section of this site - see how well you can remember what you read.

Points available: 10

1:

According to Greek legend, Santa Claus:

2:

What special Christmas treat is only served in Japan?

3:

The Noche de los Rabanos festival in Mexico features roadside booths decorated with what carved vegetable?

4:

The Russian Orthodox Church has moved the official date of Christmas to:

5:

The Greek word "Christopsomo" is most closely translated as:

6:

Children make origami versions of these as symbols of peace at Christmas.

7:

In Mexico, a ring-shaped cake is usually served at Christmas with:

8:

During the Communist years in Russia, St. Nicholas became known as:

9:

Elves in Greek Christmas stories are:

10:

According to Mexican Christmas tradition, if you find a figurine of the Christ Child in the Kings' Cake, what are you required to do?

 

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