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The origin of Christmas being set on the 25th is ancient and is said to have begun sometime between the 2nd and 4th centuries during the Roman Empire.

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It is also said to originate from Santa Claus entering through chimneys. This custom is believed to have begun with a story about Saint Nicholas, a saint from the Roman Empire era who is considered the model for Santa Claus, throwing coins down the chimney of a poor household.

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Everyone probably knows the song about the bright red nose. The reindeer with the red nose is named Rudolph, and it might be nice to read the original book with Rudolph’s touching story aloud to children!

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The correct answer is reindeer. Santa Claus has roots in Northern Europe, and one origin story points to indigenous peoples who used reindeer to pull sleds and transport goods.

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When it comes to Santa Claus, red and white have become established as his signature colors. It's said they originate from the colors of vestments in the Catholic Church and are also imbued with the meaning of protecting children from misfortune. There’s actually a theory that Coca-Cola is the origin, but that’s incorrect, so be careful!

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The correct answer is the fir tree! Even during the cold winters of Northern Europe, the fir tree remains lush and green, making it a special presence. In medieval Germany, it was also believed that fairies dwelled in fir trees, and such beliefs are said to be the roots of the Christmas tree.

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A variety of festive dishes will likely be spread across the table at Christmas. In Japan, people generally think of eating chicken, and this custom was established by Kentucky Fried Chicken. Many adults might be surprised to learn this.