Christmas in Italy Quiz

What is a common Christmas custom in Italy?

• Eating a Christmas cake called panettone

• Hanging stockings near a fireplace

• Singing carols dressed as shepherds

• Decorating homes with flowers

What do children believe about La Befana?

• She brings presents like Santa Claus

• She fills stockings with presents on Christmas Day

• She is an old lady who wears sandals and hats

• She plays traditional instruments called shepherds pipes

Who is the character similar to Santa Claus in Italy?

• Shepherds pipes

• La Befana

• Panettone

• Babbo Natale

When do children receive presents in Italy?

• On January 6th

• On Christmas morning

• On New Year's Day

• On Christmas Eve

What is the traditional Christmas cake in Italy called?

• La Befana

• Shepherds pipes

• Feste Natale

• Buon Panettone

What do children dress up as when caroling in Italy?

• Elves

• Shepherds

• Reindeer

• Santa Claus

What do families hang in their homes during Christmas in Italy?

• Flowers

• Manger scene

• Shepherds pipes

• Stockings

What is the main instrument used by children when caroling in Italy?

• Drums

• Shepherds pipes

• Piano

• Guitar