Christmas Around the World

Christmas Around the World

Ho! Ho! Ho!

It's time to test your knowledge of Christmas legends. Ready? Set! Go!

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TRUE OR FALSE:
In Brazil, Santa Claus is called Papai Noel & Bom Velhinho (Good Old Man).

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TRUE OR FALSE:

In Irish (or Gaelic) Christmas is 'Noele', Santa Claus is known as 'San Noele' (Saint Nicholas) or 'Daddy Noele' (Father Christmas) and Happy/Merry Christmas is 'Merry Noele'

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TRUE OR FALSE:

Christmas is often known as 'Jól' (Yule) in Iceland. This comes from the ancient winter solstice celebrations, that were taken over by the early Christians. Jól also include the New Year celebrations.

 

 

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True or False:

The Nativity Scene, the first symbol of Christmas was invented by St Francis of Assisi.

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When Santa gets to Australia, he sometimes gives the reindeers a rest and might use kangaroos.

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