Second Christmas Five Quiz!

Hello there, I hope you enjoyed yesterday's quiz. Many thanks to all those who read the post and special thanks to those who took time to comment.

Did you know the answers? Well, as promised here are the answers to the five questions. For ease I have repeated the questions ...

If you are born on Christmas Day, what is your star sign?
Capricorn 

What colour are mistletoe berries?
White

In which year was the first Christmas Card sent?
1843

Which plant beginning with P is associated with Christmas?
Poinsettia

What red-breasted bird do we commonly associate with Christmas?
The Robin

How did you do? Before I researched the answers, I knew four. I guessed at one and got it right 😊

~ the lovely Robin, image from here ~

Now, here we have five questions for todays quiz,

hope you may take part again.

Which famous scientist was born on Christmas Day in 1642?

Charles Darwin, Marie Curie or Isaac Newton

What beverage company has been using Santa Claus in their advertising since 1931?

Coca-Cola, Nestle or Costa Coffee

In which country did Panettone originate?

Mexico, Spain or Italy

In Japan, which takeaway food is traditionally eaten at Christmas? 

French Fries, KFC or Sushi

There are more than 110 varieties of which popular Christmas vegetables?

Parsnips, Peas or Brussels Sprouts

That wasn't too bad was it? Do write down your answers at home and come back tomorrow when the answers will be revealed, and maybe there will be a third Christmas Five Quiz! 😊 🎄🎅

... and now on to a tasty recipe suggestion, which you may wish to try.

Quick Minestrone Soup

This recipe suggestion is for a quick and healthy minestrone soup

which uses white beans rather than pasta for extra protein and flavour

more details/recipe can be seen here

~ wishing you a happy day ~

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All the best Jan