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    Santa Claus is based on a real historical figure. 

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  • 2. 

    What Reindeer wasn't allowed to play in the reindeer games?

    • Ruffis

    • Rudolph

    • Rudie

    • Randy

    Correct Answer
    A. Rudolph
    Explanation
    Rudolph of course due to his red nose.

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  • 3. 

    What year was Santa born?

    • 270 AD

    • 1945

    • 1901

    • 1885

    Correct Answer
    A. 270 AD
    Explanation
    Santa Claus was born in an unknown month of 270 AD. He was a Greek bishop of Myra (now Demre) in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). He had a reputation for secret gift-giving.

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  • 4. 

    What soda company was the first to use Santa for advertisement?

    • Pepsi

    • Coke-a-Cola

    • Mountain Dew

    • 7Up

    Correct Answer
    A. Coke-a-Cola
    Explanation
    Coke-a-Cola baught the rights to use santa's image for there soda company and later went to the Polar bear.

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  • 5. 

    What is Scrooge's statement?

    • Bah Humbug

    • Bah Christmas

    • I hate you

    • Bah Humbuggie

    • Who Cares about Christmas? 

    Correct Answer
    A. Bah Humbug
    Explanation
    Well bah Christmas was suppost to be the orgional saying till in the last print the author was asked to change it to Bah Humbug to keep from upsetting people

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  • 6. 

    In some nations finding a Spider Web on your Christmas Tree is considered good luck. State true or false. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Most arabian nations find a Spider web on your tree on christmas morning is good luck

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  • 7. 

    What do they call Santa Claus in Italy?

    • Father Christmas

    • Sinterklaas

    • Babbo Natale

    • Père Noël

    Correct Answer
    A. Babbo Natale
    Explanation
    In Italy, Santa Claus is referred to as “Babbo Natale”, which translates to “Father Christmas”. The tradition of Babbo Natale is becoming more popular in Italy, although it’s the “Befana”, a witch who fills children’s stockings on January 5, who has been traditionally more celebrated.

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  • 8. 

    Which of these names is not related to Santa Clause?

    • Father Christmas

    • Der Weihnachtsmann

    • Santy

    • Santa

    • Fat Guy in red suit

    Correct Answer
    A. Fat Guy in red suit
    Explanation
    All are names for santa even Santy (gailic) and der Weihnactsmann (german meaning father christmas)

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  • 9. 

    What is the typical tree Put up for Christmas?

    • The Green One

    • Oak

    • Fern

    • EverGreen

    • Plastic

    Correct Answer
    A. EverGreen
    Explanation
    EverGreen mainly due to there smell and the needles use to be used to make a Christmas tea.

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  • 10. 

    What do Swedish children leave for Santa Claus?

    • Milk and Cookies

    • Coffee

    • Carrots

    • Mince Pies

    Correct Answer
    A. Coffee
    Explanation
    In Sweden, it’s a tradition for children to leave coffee for Santa Claus, or “Jultomten”. This is a unique tradition compared to other countries where milk, cookies, or mince pies are left out for Santa.

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  • 11. 

    Which of these eatable items are available on a Christmas tree?

    • Pine Nuts

    • Bark

    • Pine needles

    • Pine Cones

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. None of the above
    Explanation
    The items listed in the question - Pine Nuts, Bark, Pine needles, Pine Cones - are indeed parts of a pine tree, which is often used as a Christmas tree. However, they are not typically edible, especially not in the context of a decorated Christmas tree. While some parts of certain pine trees can be used in survival situations, they are not considered a regular part of the human diet. Therefore, the answer is “None of the Above”. It’s important to note that consuming parts of a Christmas tree can be harmful, so it’s not recommended.

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  • 12. 

    What is Santa Wife's Real name?

    • Mrs. Old Lady Clause

    • Sherry Noel Clause

    • Mary Sue Claus

    • Mrs. Claus

    Correct Answer
    A. Mrs. Claus
    Explanation
    Some 102 years later, on Dec. 24, 1953, the Columbus Ledger in Georgia published that Santa Claus' wife was named Mrs. Claus. Plenty of other newspapers also simply named her Mrs. Claus in previous decades. 

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  • 13. 

    The Christmas song silent Night was originally written during _________ war. 

    • World War One

    • World War Two

    • American Revolution

    • War and Christmas?

    • None of the Above

    Correct Answer
    A. None of the Above
    Explanation
    The Christmas carol “Silent Night” was not written during any war. It was actually composed in 1818 by Franz Xaver Gruber to lyrics by Joseph Mohr in the small town of Oberndorf bei Salzburg, Austria. It was declared an intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO in 2011. The song has been recorded by many singers across many music genres and is a staple of Christmas celebrations worldwide. Therefore, the answer is “None of the Above”.

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  • 14. 

    Name the U.S. president who banned Christmas Trees in the white house. 

    • Theodore Roosevelt

    • George W. Bush

    • John Adams

    • Abraham Lincon

    • Zachary Taylor

    Correct Answer
    A. Theodore Roosevelt
    Explanation
    President Theodore Roosevelt, a dedicated conservationist, prohibited the presence of Christmas trees at the White House.

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  • 15. 

    How many ghosts were there in Charles Dickens's "A Christmas Carol"?

    • 3

    • 5

    • 4

    • 2

    Correct Answer
    A. 4
    Explanation
    5 points Extra Credit for those who can Email Santa_Clause On the Forum With the Names of them

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