Scavenger
Hunt
Christmas Around the
World
This page can be printed out and
used as a handout.
For each question, go to the
site indicated. Search through, and read about Christmas customs around the
world as you visit each site. Write the answer to each question in the space
below.
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http://www.thehistoryofChristmas.com/ In Greece, they believe that
goblins make mischief during the 12 days of Christmas (Dec. 25-Jan. 6). What
are those goblins called:
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http://whyChristmas.com
Use the search box to answer the following question: Who was St. Nicholas?
(In real life)
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http://www.the-north-pole.com/around/australia.html What season are we
having in North Carolina when it is Christmas in Australia?
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http://www.the-north-pole.com/around/canada.html What is Tourtiere?
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http://www.the-north-pole.com/around/china.html What are Christmas
trees called in China?
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http://www.the-north-pole.com/around/brazil.html Who is the gift
bringer in Brazil?
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http://www.the-north-pole.com/around/bethlehem.html In Bethlehem, what
is set on a pole in the village square?
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