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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