Santa Claus Origins and Evolution Quiz

Which mythical figure from ancient Germanic traditions is associated with the early concept of Santa Claus?

• Thor

• Odin

• Freyr

• Loki

What act of kindness is Saint Nicholas famously known for that contributed to the Santa Claus legend?

• Healing the sick

• Throwing money down a chimney

• Building a church

• Feeding the hungry

What is the origin of the name 'Santa Claus'?

• An American invention

• A Dutch tradition

• A German fairy tale

• A French legend

Which poem provided the modern physical description of Santa Claus?

• The Winter Solstice

• The Christmas Carol

• The Night Before Christmas

• The Santa Chronicles

Who was the artist responsible for the definitive image of Santa Claus in the 1860s?

• Charles Dickens

• Thomas Nast

• Clement Clarke Moore

• Norman Rockwell