Round 1
Saints and logs
Two questions on the saint behind Santa and a very old winter custom.
- Pick answer
The History of Christmas
A short, gentle Christmas history quiz: two scored questions on St Nicholas and the Yule log, then a poll and a word cloud to get everyone talking. Best for families or a relaxed group.
- 4questions
- 2rounds
- 5minutes
- Phonesplayers join with a code
- Zoom, Teamsor in the room
The rounds
Round 2
Your turn
A poll and a word cloud, no right answers.
- Poll
- Word cloud
All questions and answers
Every question, grouped by round. Answers stay hidden until you tap.
Round 1: Saints and logs2 questions
Question 1 路 Pick answer
Who is St. Nicholas?
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Answer:
Gave gifts to kids
Fun fact: In the best-known legend, Nicholas secretly gave gold for the dowries of three poor sisters, though historians dispute whether it happened.
Question 2 路 Pick answer
What is a Yule log?
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Answer:
Both A and B
Fun fact: The name b没che de No毛l originally meant the burned Yule log itself and later passed to the log-shaped cake.
Round 2: Your turn2 questions
Question 3 路 Poll 路 no right answer
Which part of Christmas history do you find the most fun?
Question 4 路 Word cloud 路 no right answer
What鈥檚 your favourite part about Christmas? Write one word!
How to host
Copy it
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Customise it
Add team names, a prize and any questions of your own.
Present it
Start the quiz on your big screen or share your screen.
Share the join code
Players join on their phones and play live.
Questions people ask
How long does the quiz take?
About 5 minutes for all 4 questions.
Can kids play?
Yes. This quiz is written for all ages.
Can we play remotely?
Yes. Share your screen on Zoom or Teams and put the join code in the chat. Everyone answers on their own device.
Can I change the questions?
Yes. Once you have your own copy, every question is yours to edit.
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