Digital Christmas Quiz
How much do you know about the origins of the "Christmas" story?
- 1.
In what town/city was Jesus born?
- A.
Nazareth
- B.
Jerusalem
- C.
Bethlehem
- D.
Rome
- E.
Galilee
Correct Answer
C. Bethlehem -
- 2.
How did the shepherds find out about the birth of Jesus? - Tick the boxes which are true.
- A.
They followed a star
- B.
And Angel announced it to them
- C.
One of them had a dream
- D.
They read it in the newspaper
- E.
They followed a lost sheep
Correct Answer
B. And Angel announced it to themExplanation
Here's the account from Luke 2:8-15. Note that Bethlehem is referred to as, "The city of David"
"And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. 11Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.”
Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying,
“Glory to God in the highest heaven,
and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”
When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.”Rate this question:
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- 3.
How many magi (wise men) were there who visited Jesus?
- A.
33
- B.
3
- C.
13
- D.
Don't know exactly
- E.
333
Correct Answer
D. Don't know exactlyExplanation
The Bible doesn't really give an account of the number of wise men...only that they brought Jesus three gifts.Rate this question:
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- 4.
How did the magi know in which city the Christ child was born? - Tick the boxes which are true.
- A.
They followed a star
- B.
Angels announced it to them
- C.
One of them had a dream
- D.
One of them had a vision where the Christ child came to him
- E.
They were looking for the fulfillment of a prophecy
Correct Answer(s)
A. They followed a star
E. They were looking for the fulfillment of a prophecyExplanation
These were WISE men, and they had been searching for things that were to come for some time. Their hearts were ready and open to be lead by a star that rose in the east, not just any star. It is possible that they knew of the following verse from the Bible "A star shall come out of Jacob; a scepter shall rise out of Israel." (Numbers 24:17) In other words, they were LOOKING for signs BEFORE one was given.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Where was Jesus living when the wise men arrived with the 3 gifts.
- A.
In a House
- B.
In Palace
- C.
In a Cave
- D.
In a Stable
- E.
In the Temple
Correct Answer
A. In a HouseExplanation
The wise men visited Jesus when he was a YOUNG CHILD, not a baby. And they visited Jesus when he was living in a HOUSE, not a stable. “And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him … .” (Matthew 2:11)Rate this question:
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- 6.
What were the 3 gifts given to Jesus by the wisemen?
- A.
Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh
- B.
Gold, Silver, and Copper
- C.
Gold, Silver, and Bronze
- D.
Frankincense, Diamonds, and Gold
- E.
Gold, Myrrh and Silver
Correct Answer
A. Gold, Frankincense, and MyrrhExplanation
There is great symbolism in these gifts. Visit our "Christmas Gifts" page at http://www.digitalchristmas.org to find out moreRate this question:
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- 7.
True or False? Jesus was born on December 25th
- A.
False
- B.
True
Correct Answer
A. FalseExplanation
The Bible never tells us the date of Jesus' birth... however, the fact that shepherds were out watching their flocks at night (something they would not do in the colder eastern climate in December) it is believed to be sometime between September and October.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Why did Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem? - Tick the boxes which are true.
- A.
To visit Elizabeth who was pregnant with John the baptist
- B.
Bethlehem was the home town of Joseph
- C.
For a census ordered by Herod
- D.
Zechariah was having a barbeque to celebrate John's birth
- E.
To elope because Mary was pregnant
Correct Answer(s)
B. Bethlehem was the home town of Joseph
C. For a census ordered by Herod -
- 9.
Which of the following statements are true?
- A.
God spoke to Joseph two times in a dream
- B.
God spoke to Mary once in a dream
- C.
God spoke to the magi (wise men) in a dream
- D.
God spoke to the inn keeper in a dream
- E.
God spoke to Herod in a dream
Correct Answer(s)
A. God spoke to Joseph two times in a dream
B. God spoke to Mary once in a dream
C. God spoke to the magi (wise men) in a dreamExplanation
The Bible does not mention an Inn Keeper, only that Mary and Joseph had problems finding somewhere to stay.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What was the original colour of Santa's suit?
- A.
Red
- B.
Green
- C.
Pink
- D.
Orange
- E.
Yellow
Correct Answer
B. GreenExplanation
Santa was originally pictured as an elf.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Who did the myth of Santa evolve from?
- A.
St. John
- B.
Old Nick
- C.
St. Nicholas
- D.
St. Jonathan
- E.
St. Patrick
Correct Answer
C. St. NicholasExplanation
Old Nick is a "nick name" for the devil. St. Nicholas is believed to have been a bishop who was known for giving gifts to the poor. However, while the myth of Santa is said to have come from St. Nicholas, the encyclopedia Britannica says that there is no documented evidence that St. Nicholas ever existed.Rate this question:
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- 12.
What pagan god's birthday was celebrated on December 25 long before this date was chosen to celebrate the birth of Christ?
- A.
The sun god
- B.
The moon god
- C.
The Saturn god
- D.
The Jupiter god
- E.
The unknown god
Correct Answer
A. The sun godExplanation
Read our page about Christmas for more on thisRate this question:
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- 13.
What does the word "Messiah" mean?
- A.
Priest
- B.
King
- C.
Prophet
- D.
Anointed
- E.
Mystery
Correct Answer
D. AnointedExplanation
Definition. Messiah is the transliteration of "Mashiach", a Hebrew word. The Greek word, "Christos" found in the New Testament of the Bible means is the Greek equivalent. Mashiach and Christos both mean "the anointed one." The verb mashach means "to smear, anoint, or spread" and was frequently used for the ceremonial induction of a person into leadership. Three types of leaders were anointed: prophets, prieists and kings. Jesus, the Christ, the annointed one, was all three!Rate this question:
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- 14.
Where exactly in this town/city was Jesus born?
- A.
House
- B.
Manger
- C.
Stable
- D.
Inn
- E.
Hospital
Correct Answer
C. Stable -
- 15.
Which of the following statements are true
- A.
Jesus was born to poor parents
- B.
Jesus was sent to be the Saviour of the world
- C.
Jesus led a sinless life
- D.
Jesus will one day judge every soul that ever lived
- E.
Jesus lived on earth as God in human form
Correct Answer(s)
A. Jesus was born to poor parents
B. Jesus was sent to be the Saviour of the world
C. Jesus led a sinless life
D. Jesus will one day judge every soul that ever lived
E. Jesus lived on earth as God in human form -
- 16.
What does the name Immanuel mean?
- A.
Jesus will save
- B.
God will save
- C.
God with us
- D.
God's anointed
- E.
God's prophet
Correct Answer
C. God with usExplanation
God's anointed means the leader God has chosen and set apart. Immanuel means God himself, with us! In the person of Jesus, God didn't just sent his appointed leader (which he did) he sent himself - Immanuel, God with us.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Which book or books of the Bible (listed below) contain the original story of the birth of Christ
- A.
Matthew
- B.
Mark
- C.
Luke
- D.
John
- E.
Acts
Correct Answer(s)
A. Matthew
C. Luke -
- 18.
In which book of the Bible do we read about the shepherds who visited baby Jesus on the day he was born?
- A.
Matthew
- B.
Mark
- C.
Luke
- D.
John
- E.
Acts
Correct Answer
C. LukeExplanation
It's easy to remember: the Magi are spoken of in Matthew (Magi and Matthew start with M), the Shepherds are spoken of in Luke.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Red and Green are popular Christmas colours. Christians have associated the Green with life and the evergreen "Christmas" tree with ETERNAL life. What has the colour red been associated with for? - Tick the box or boxes that are true.
- A.
The troubled times we go through
- B.
Rudolph's nose
- C.
The happy times we experience
- D.
For the sin in our hearts - our sinful nature
- E.
The blood of Jesus shed on a cross for sinners
Correct Answer(s)
D. For the sin in our hearts - our sinful nature
E. The blood of Jesus shed on a cross for sinnersExplanation
The Bible makes symbolic use of colours when for example it refers to righteousness with the colour white: "And to her was granted that she should be arrayed in fine linen, clean and white: for the fine linen is the righteousness of saints. (Revelation 19:8)" Consider also the following verse which uses the colours red and white symbolically: "" Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool." (Isaiah1:18)Rate this question:
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- 20.
Where does the following Bible verse come from, "For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son that whosoever believeth in Him shall not perish but have everlasting life"
- A.
1 John 3:16
- B.
John 3:16
- C.
Matthew 3:16
- D.
John 6:13
- E.
Matthew 6:13
Correct Answer
B. John 3:16Explanation
John chapter 3 and verse 16 is perhaps the most well know verse of the Bible. Next to it might be Genesis chapter 1 and verse 1: "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth". To find out whether you will go to heaven or hell after you die please visit www.theultimatetest.orgRate this question:
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