Christmas Around The World
Questions:
5
Grade:
4
Words:
55
Christmas, celebrated on December 25th, has different traditions worldwide. In the US, families decorate a Christmas tree, a tradition from Germany. Gift-giving, inspired by the Three Wise Men, is also popular. In Mexico, 'Las Posadas' is a nine-day celebration. In Australia, some even celebrate on the beach! Christmas is all about love, giving, and family.
Question 1
What is the purpose of the tradition of gift-giving during Christmas?
A
To mimic the Three Wise Men
Explanation. The tradition of gift-giving during Christmas is inspired by the Three Wise Men who gave gifts to Baby Jesus.
B
To impress friends
C
To show off wealth
D
To receive more gifts in return
E
To decorate the home
Question 2
What does 'Las Posadas' refer to?
A
A Mexican food
B
A Mexican dance
C
A Mexican sport
D
A nine-day celebration in Mexico
Explanation. In the text, 'Las Posadas' is referred to as a nine-day celebration in Mexico during Christmas.
E
A Mexican city
Question 3
True or False: Christmas is celebrated only in cold weather.
A
True
B
False
Explanation. The text mentions that in Australia, some people celebrate Christmas on the beach, indicating that it's not only celebrated in cold weather.
C
Neither
D
Both
E
None of the above
Question 4
Where does the tradition of the Christmas tree come from?
A
USA
B
Australia
C
Mexico
D
Germany
Explanation. The text mentions that the tradition of decorating a Christmas tree originates from Germany.
E
Canada
Question 5
What is the main idea of the passage?
A
Christmas is about presents
B
Christmas is about decorating a tree
C
Christmas is about spending time on the beach
D
Christmas traditions vary worldwide but the central theme is love, giving, and family
Explanation. The text covers different traditions of Christmas around the world and emphasizes on the theme of love, giving, and family.
E
Christmas is about eating lots of food
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