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Wednesday 22 December 2021

Christmas Trivia - Did You Know ?


With Christmas so close now I thought it would be nice to share a few Christmas Trivia questions (and answers) about the Christmas holiday season. How many of these did you know? 

What are the origins of the advent calendar tradition?
Advent calendars date back to the mid-19th century. At that time, these calendars consisted of chalk marks on doors or lit candles, and were used by German Protestants to count the days leading up to Christmas.

What was the first Christmas movie ever made?
Santa Claus (1898).

What is the highest grossing Christmas movie of all time?
The Grinch (2018) and in second place Home Alone (1990).

What is the most recorded Christmas song?
“Silent Night.”

What is the best-selling Christmas song?
“White Christmas” by Bing Crosby.

Who popularized the Christmas tree tradition?
Queen Victoria and Prince Albert.

What do people traditionally place at the top of Christmas trees?
An angel ornament.

What is the earliest mention of Christmas stockings?
In 1823, stockings were mentioned in the famous poem, “Twas the Night Before Christmas.”

When and where were Christmas cards first sold?
London, 1843.

What are the three traditional colours of Christmas?
Red, green, and gold.

When do the earliest gingerbread cookie recipes date back to?
2,400 B.C.

Who popularized the modern-day gingerbread cookie?
Queen Elizabeth I.

and talking about gingerbread cookies
you may like to try these
Gingerbread Cookies / Biscuits
a low carb recipe, made using coconut flour
more details here


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All the best Jan

34 comments:

Tom said...

...a few I knew, thanks.

Catarina said...

I knew some. Thanks for the trivia.
Happy Christmas.

Bleubeard and Elizabeth said...

I actually knew about half of these. Thanks for the trivia questions, Jan. Have a lovely evening and I hope to see you tomorrow. I'm playing catch up at the moment.

William Kendall said...

Some of this I knew.

peppylady (Dora) said...

I knew four of them.
Coffee is on and stay safe

Christine said...

Enjoyed this trivia

Elephant's Child said...

Thanks for these snippets. Our Christmas trees were always topped with a star rather than an angel.

Angie's Recipes said...

Thanks for sharing them! Didn't know most of them.

Jo said...

I knew a few of those but I always find your trivia posts fun.

eileeninmd said...

The trivia is fun, I knew a few.
Take care, have a great day!
Merry Christmas to you and your family!

Francisco Manuel Carrajola Oliveira said...

Aproveito para desejar a si e à sua família um Santo Natal.

Andarilhar
Dedais de Francisco e Idalisa
O prazer dos livros

Bob Bushell said...

Season's greetings to you Jan, yes, I love your recipes, even though I disliked a lot them. But, they are so good.

Valerie-Jael said...

Fun facts, thanks for sharing. Valerie

Veronica Lee said...

I enjoyed the fun trivia!

Have a wonderful Christmas.

Giorgio said...

I agree on a Christmas angel (instead of stars or roosters) at the top of Christmas tree :-) ... actually, Christmas is mainly a religious holiday.
Great post!

Debbie said...

ooooh this was fun, i only knew a few and was surprised at a few others!!

we have a star at the top of one tree, the other, nothing!!

Bill said...

I enjoyed the trivia, got a few right.
Merry Christmas to you and yours.

Jeanie said...

2400 BC? Who knew! Thanks for this fun, fascinating quiz!

happyone said...

Fun and interesting Christmas trivia - new some, others are new to me.

Ananka said...

Interesting facts.

Hope you have a good one :-D

Maria Rodrigues said...

Jan,
So interesting, I only knew a few answers.
What a delicious look your biscuits look like.
Merry Christmas 🎄 to you and your family and a Happy New Year.
A big hug

Laura. M said...

Conozco varias y gracias por la información.
Merry Christmas 🎅🎄 Feliz Navidad Para Todos.
Abrazos.

villa said...

Te deseo que pases una ¡FELIZ NAVIDAD!

Saludos desde Salamanca.

Beatrice P. Boyd said...

Thanks for this entertaining Christmas trivia post, Jan.Thanks for your comments on my blog posts throughout this year and for the recent one on our holiday decorations. Sending our best wishes to you for a very Happy Christmas season and a better New Year for all.

Snowbird said...

What fascinating facts, especially how long gingerbread men have been around.xxx

My name is Erika. said...

These are fascinating facts. I'd heard of a few, but not all them, especially how old gingerbread cookies are.I hope both of you have a wonderful holiday.

Angie said...

Jan - a very interesting and entertaining set of trivia! Merry Christmas!

Lorrie said...

Wow, gingerbread is OLD! Interesting tidbits. There's an angel on our tree, but some years we alternate with a star.
Merry Christmas, Jan - have a wonderful celebration.

Teresa said...

Cosas interesantes que algunas no conocía. Besos y Felices Fiestas.

Conniecrafter said...

Such great fun facts, my hubby loves gingerbread cookies

Miss Val's Creations said...

Fun Trivia. That is amazing how far back gingerbread goes! Crosby's White Christmas is always one of my favorites at this time of year.

carol l mckenna said...

Wonderful Xmas trivia ~ Xo


Merry Christmas to you,

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Fun facts.

Rose said...

These are all fun facts to read!