Italian Christmas Traditions Quiz

What is Italy's version of Santa Claus called?

• Santa Claus

• Father Christmas

• Babbo Natale

• Père Noël

What is the name of the old woman who delivers gifts to children on January 6th in Italy?

• La Befana

• Mrs. Claus

• Nonna Natale

• Grandma Christmas

What do children in Italy do during the Christmas season?

• Watch TV

• Go to school

• Go from home to home singing Christmas songs

• Play video games

What is the name of the Italian Christmas cake that is a dry, fruity sponge cake?

• Tiramisu

• Pandoro

• Cannoli

• Panettone

When do some children in Italy wait to open their presents?

• New Year's Day

• Boxing Day

• Christmas Eve

• January 6th

What do Italians burn through the Christmas season as a tradition?

• Candles

• Firecrackers

• Incense

• Yule Log

What color cloak does Babbo Natale wear?

• Green with red trim

• Blue with white trim

• Red with white trim

• Black with gold trim

What is the name of the Italian Christmas dessert that is a chewy, nutty confection?

• Panforte

• Cannoli

• Tiramisu

• Pandoro

What do most families in Italy do to celebrate Christmas?

• Go on vacation

• Have a big party

• Attend and get involved with their church

• Stay at home and watch TV

When do the Christmas celebrations start in Italy?

• Two weeks before Christmas

• One week before Christmas

• On Christmas Eve

• Eight days before Christmas