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Holiday Traditions Trivia Questions

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According to legend, what plant caused enemies to drop their weapons and embrace, and is now where couples kiss during Christmas?

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mistletoe

On which holiday is it traditional to serve plum pudding, even though it doesn't contain any plums?

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christmas

In which Utah city do Christmas festivities begin with the lighting of Temple Square in November?

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salt lake city

What holiday do the Copts celebrate on January 7, which is 13 days after a common chestnut-roasting time?

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christmas

During which holiday season is eggnog one of the most commonly associated beverages?

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christmas

In Italy, what object does the kindly witch Befana ride from house to house to deliver Christmas gifts?

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broom

What plant did the Celts believe had magic powers and brought them good luck, which later became associated with kissing?

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mistletoe

Which figure is believed to be associated with the North Pole and reindeer due to Scandinavian legend?

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santa claus

Who is traditionally the last 'celebrity' to appear in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade?

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santa claus

What bird is known to rival the turkey as the preferred choice at English Christmas feasts?

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goose

Under which plant are kisses stolen, with a berry plucked for each kiss until they are all gone, signifying no more kissing?

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mistletoe

What is the name of the Sunday that occurs one week before Easter?

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palm sunday

What organic rock is traditionally found in the Christmas stockings of people who have been bad?

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coal

Under which Christmas plant is a girl who remains unkissed believed to face challenges in finding marriage the next year?

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mistletoe

Which saint, celebrated on December 6 in Europe, is known for visiting with gifts during the holiday season?

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saint nicholas

Who is known as the British equivalent of Santa Claus?

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father christmas

According to superstition, which Christmas shrub, if someone refuses to be kissed under it, supposedly leads them to becoming an old maid?

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mistletoe

What is Easter called because its date can vary between March 22 and April 25?

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moveable feast

Which holiday is associated with eggs and is celebrated in spring?

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easter

What holiday drink, often served in a large bowl, gets its name from the Old Norse phrase meaning 'be healthy'?

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wassail

Which American holiday is often associated with the ancient symbol of abundance known as the cornucopia?

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thanksgiving

Who has been responsible for placing the ornament atop the national Christmas tree for the past 8 years?

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barbara bush

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