THE ORIGIN OF CHRISTMAS AND CHRISTMAS STUFF

QUESTIONNAIRE

1.-Why is Christmas celebrated on 25 December?

Christmas is celebrated to remember the birth of of Jesus Christ, who Christians believe is the Son of God.

2.-Is Christmas celebrated in non- christian countries?

3.-What different good elves bring presents to children in different countries?

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4.-Why are reindeers associated with Father Christmas and camels with the Three Kings?

Reindeers help Santa Claus carry the sled and camels so that the Magi can carry them

5.What's the origin of the 'nativity scene'?

St. Francis of Assisi is credited with creating the first nativity scene in 1223 at Greccio, central Italy,in an attempt to place the emphasis of Christmas upon the worship of Christ rather than upon secular materialism and gift giving.

6.-What animals are expected to be seen in the stable near baby Jesus?

Ox and mule

7.-Is the Christmas tree a Christian, religious tradition?

The evergreen tree was an ancient symbol of life in the midst of winter. Romans decorated their houses with evergreen branches during the New Year

8.-What's the origin of New Year's resolutions?

A New Year's resolution is a tradition, most common in the Western Hemisphere but also found in the Eastern Hemisphere

9.-Find three superstitions connected with Christmas.

If someone avoids the kiss under the mistletoe will have bad luck.

It is mandatory to stir the pudding three times and make a wish. If you are unmarried and don’t join in, then you will not find your spouse in the next year. Wishes should be kept secret until they come true.

Singing religious Christmas songs at the houses of different people was an ancient tradition. It was believed that if you turn them away without food or money or drink you are bound to suffer bad luck for rest of the year.

10.-Where's Boxing Day celebrated? What happens on this day?

Boxing Day is a holiday celebrated on the day following Christmas Day ^[1] in the United Kingdom and Commonwealth nations. Boxing Day occurs on 26 December, although the attached bank holiday or public holiday may take place either on that day or a day later.