Christmas History Quiz: Do You Know the History of These Christmas-Themed Items?

Have you ever wondered where "Silent Night" came from? Do you know where St. Nicholas was born? If you find the answers in your think tank (or are curious enough to add them to it), then this quiz is for you!

QuizGriz wants you to know all things Christmas, and that begins with its history. From Christmas trees to candy canes, you'll learn the origins and the meanings behind some of Christmas's most traditional symbols. It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, so this quiz comes just in time to celebrate the ho-ho-ho-holidays.

Test your History Knowledge

Our fun online quiz will send you back in time to visit Santa, Rudolph, and all of the other reindeer. This Christmas History quiz recalls the origins of some of your favorite Christmas songs, stories, movies, items, and foods. Join us in discovering the true meaning of Christmas.

If you think you have what it takes to ace our entertaining Christmas History quiz, then jump on in. You'll be schooling us on the origins of Santa's naughty/nice list, on the mistletoe tradition, and on stocking stuffers. Before you know it, Christmas will have come early, when you ace this Christmas quiz! 

Try all of our History Quizzes

You've named all the Renaissance Men, met the Royals, and raised hell with the Revolutionaries. You've traveled throughout the 20th century and memorized all the big historical moments. But we're not through with you just yet. 

Our collection of history quizzes is expansive – and continues to expand. From Revolutionary War history to WWII history, there's so much to know, so little time. Get enlightened with our Age of Enlightenment Quiz. Or discover who invented what with our Landmark Discoveries Quiz. We promise, once you start taking these quizzes, you'll yearn to know more. And what better place to start than with Christmas!