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Christmas Traditions Around the World

Questions: 5

Grade: 7

Words: 147

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Imagine strolling through festive Christmas markets in Germany, sipping hot chocolate and marvelling at the handmade ornaments. Germans usher in the holiday season with Advent calendars, counting down to the big day. Meanwhile, in Mexico, the air is filled with joy during 'Las Posadas,' nine special nights of processions and parties. Down under in Australia, Christmas is a summer affair! Aussies celebrate with barbecues on the beach and enjoy exchanging gifts under a 'Christmas bush,' a native Australian tree. In Ethiopia, Christmas or 'Ganna' is celebrated on January 7th. After a day of fasting, Ethiopians attend church services dressed in white, participate in sports and games, making the holiday unique and festive. These are just a glimpse of the diverse and vibrant ways Christmas is celebrated around the globe. Each tradition is unique, reflecting the rich culture and spirit of the people who celebrate it.

Question 1

What does 'Advent' refer to in the context of German Christmas celebrations?

A calendar counting down to Christmas Day

Explanation. In the context of German Christmas celebrations, 'Advent' refers to calendars that count down to Christmas Day.

A special Christmas dessert

A type of Christmas decoration

A traditional German Christmas song

A type of Christmas tree

Question 2

What is unique about the way Christmas is celebrated in Australia?

It is celebrated in the winter

It involves fasting

Gifts are exchanged under a 'Christmas bush'

Explanation. In Australia, Christmas is unique because it is celebrated in the summer and gifts are exchanged under a 'Christmas bush', a native Australian tree.

It is celebrated with processions and parties

It is celebrated on January 7th

Question 3

What does the term 'Las Posadas' refer to in Mexican Christmas traditions?

A type of Christmas decoration

A special Christmas food

Nine special nights of processions and parties

Explanation. 'Las Posadas' refers to the nine special nights of processions and parties that are a part of Mexican Christmas traditions.

The act of exchanging gifts

A Christmas tree

Question 4

What is the main activity on Christmas Day in Ethiopia?

Cooking a big Christmas meal

Exchanging gifts

Attending church services dressed in white

Explanation. In Ethiopia, the main activity on Christmas Day is attending church services dressed in white.

Opening Advent calendars

Singing Christmas carols

Question 5

Is it true or false that all countries celebrate Christmas on December 25th?

True

False

Explanation. Not all countries celebrate Christmas on December 25th. For example, Ethiopia celebrates Christmas or 'Ganna' on January 7th.

Not mentioned

Not applicable

Unclear

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