A Christmas Internet Treasure Hunt

Which statement is not true?
a. The legendary (CD) King Arthur is supposed to have had a good time at Christmas.
b. The English have made a public display of celebrating Christmas every year for at least one thousand years.
c. Many Christmas traditions have very old roots.
d. The article refers to several musical Christmas traditions.
The tradition of having Christmas trees…
a. … comes from Norway.
b. … was made stylish by Queen Victoria’s family.
c. … has been conclusively linked to the pagan (CD) tradition of kissing at Christmas time.
d. … is becoming less popular (except in Trafalgar Square).
The author…
a. … believed in Father Christmas.
b. …didn’t think that Father Christmas was real.
c. … thought that Father Christmas was real.
d. …saw Father Christmas.
e. … was certain of both a) and c) (they mean the same).
Christmas was exciting because:
a. The author loved boxing (CD).
b. The author’s family had special meals.
c. The author’s family enjoyed special entertainment.
d. b) and c) were both true.
e. The author could not sleep.
Which ornament (CD) or decoration does the author NOT have?
a. A model of a snowman that can play music
b. A gold painted Christmas tree
c. A string of small coloured lights on the Christmas tree
d. Sprays (CD) of various green plants hanging around the flat
e. A lot of Christmas cards displayed all around the flat
Which food or drink would NOT be considered traditional Christmas fare in the UK?
a. Mulled wine (ARE)
b. Brussel sprouts (ARE)
c. Christmas pudding
d. Christmas crackers
e. Sage and onion stuffing
Which food or drink would NOT be considered traditional Christmas fare in the UK?
a. A cylindrical chocolate cake
b. Roast potatoes
c. Mince pies (ARE)
d. Toast and marmalade
e. Some types of Citrus fruit (ARE)
What reason does the author NOT give for aligning her enjoyment of Christmas with its pagan (CD) roots?
a. Her Christmas has a strong social element.
b. She does not believe in God.
c. She thinks decorating the flat with seasonal greenery seems to fit in with early Christmas ritual.
d. She thinks eating a lot seems to fit in with early Christmas ritual.

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