Understanding Saint Nicholas Traditions

The transcript is a whimsical poem about a child's anticipation of Santa Claus's visit on Christmas Eve. It begins with a secretive message to Saint Nicholas, asking him to listen closely and not reveal the child's wishes. As Christmas Eve approaches, the child imagines Santa's journey down the chimney to fill the stockings. The poem lists the specific gifts desired by different children, ending with the child's own humble request for Santa to choose a suitable gift.

What does the narrator ask Saint Nicholas to do at the beginning?

• Write a letter

• Bring a gift

• Listen closely

• Sing a song

What time does Saint Nicholas come down the chimney?

• Early morning

• Noon

• Evening

• Midnight

Where does Saint Nicholas find the stockings?

• Hanging in a row

• In the kitchen

• On the bed

• Under the tree

What does Johnny want for Christmas?

• A doll

• A toy car

• A story book

• A pair of skates

What does the narrator ask Saint Nicholas to do for him?

• Choose a gift he thinks is right

• Bring a story book

• Bring a doll

• Bring a pair of skates