Year End Party Quiz

“Jingle Bells” was originally supposed to be:

• A New Year's Day Song

• An Independence Day Song

• A Thanksgiving song

• A National Anthem

Answer explanation

The song was actually first performed at a Thanksgiving church service and was never intended to be a Christmas staple.

Fun Fact: If you listen carefully to the lyrics, you will notice there is actually no mention of Christmas, Thanksgiving or any holiday.

Where did the firework tradition originated?

• France

• Sweden

• Turkey

• China

Answer explanation

Fireworks Traditions:

Originally invented by the Tang Dynasty in 900 A.D., modern fireworks weren't created until around 1830.

When is this hit song “All I want for Christmas” release?

• 2010

• 1994

• 2002

• 1983

Answer explanation

All I Want For Christmas is You was released on October 9, 1994, written and produced by Mariah Carey & Walter Afanasieff.

Fun Fact: The song is from Mariah's first Christmas album, Merry Christmas.

What is the meaning of Boxing Day?

• Boxing Day commemorates and celebrates the sportsman and sportswomen in the Boxing community

• Boxing Day is a day in the past when it comes a time the rich would box up gifts to give to the poor

• Boxing Day is a day which encourages individuals who are financially stable to donate or do good to help those in need

• Boxing Day celebrates the joy of unboxing Christmas presents hence it is one day after Christmas

Answer explanation

Boxing Day got its name when Queen Victoria was on the throne in the 1800s.

The name comes from a time when the rich used to box up gifts to give to the poor.

Which foods are considered to be bad luck if consumed on New Year’s?

• Chicken

• Crab

• Lobster

• All of the Above

Answer explanation

It is considered bad luck to eat crab or lobster on New Year’s Day, as they move sideways.

Also, eating chicken or turkey is also a bad luck because they have this habit of digging backwards in search of food.

In Spain, 12 type of food is traditionally eaten at midnight on New Year's Eve for good luck, what is it?

• Orange

• Churros

• Grapes

• Paella

Answer explanation

People of Spain eat grapes as a part of tradition on the Eve at the strike of the clock in the midnight.

They eat 12 grapes, each for a month believing that they bring luck in their lives.

When do the 12 days of Christmas start?

• 25 December

• 14 December

• 24 December

• 13 December

Answer explanation

The 12 days of Christmas begin on Christmas Day, December 25, and last right through until January 6 - also known as Three Kings' Day or Epiphany.

Complete the lyrics of the 2^nd verse of “Holly Jolly Christmas”

Have a holly jolly Christmas

_______

Say hello to friends you know

And everyone you meet

• And when you walk down the lane

• And when you walk down the street

• And when you are taking a seat

• And when you are knocking off from business

Answer explanation

1st Verse:

Have a holly jolly Christmas

It's the best time of the year

Now I don't know if there'll be snow

But have a cup of cheer

2nd Verse:

Have a holly jolly Christmas

And when you walk down the street

Say hello to friends you know

And everyone you meet

Where did the Christmas tree originated from?

• Norway

• Germany

• Austria

• United Kingdom

Answer explanation

The modern Christmas tree originated in Germany, where families set up a paradise tree in their homes on December 24.

What are the traditional colours of Christmas?

• Red, Green and Gold

• Green, Red and White

• Red, Silver and Green

• Red, Green and Bronze

Answer explanation

Many Christians believe Red and Green were inspired by the life of Jesus, whose birth Christians celebrate on Christmas.

Gold symbolizes the gift from the three wise men.