Santa Claus Trivia Quiz

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1. Santa Claus is based on a real historical figure. 

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Santa Claus is based on St. Nicholas, a Christian bishop who lived in the 4th century AD in a place which is now modern-day Turkey. St. Nicholas had a reputation for secret gift-giving, such as putting coins in the shoes of those who left them out for him. This practice is the model for Santa Claus, who is said to bring gifts to children on Christmas Eve. Therefore, the statement is true.

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

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Rudolph of course due to his red nose.

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3. What year was Santa born?

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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?

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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?

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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. 

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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?

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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?

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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?

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

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

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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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11. What do Swedish children leave for Santa Claus?

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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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12. What is Santa Wife's Real name?

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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. 

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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. 

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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"?

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5 points Extra Credit for those who can Email Santa_Clause On the Forum With the Names of them

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Santa Claus is based on a real historical figure. 
What Reindeer wasn't allowed to play in the reindeer games?
What year was Santa born?
What soda company was the first to use Santa for advertisement?
What is Scrooge's statement?
In some nations finding a Spider Web on your Christmas Tree is...
What do they call Santa Claus in Italy?
Which of these names is not related to Santa Clause?
What is the typical tree Put up for Christmas?
Which of these eatable items are available on a Christmas tree?
What do Swedish children leave for Santa Claus?
What is Santa Wife's Real name?
The Christmas song silent Night was originally written during...
Name the U.S. president who banned Christmas Trees in the white...
How many ghosts were there in Charles Dickens's "A Christmas...
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