Some Christmas customs feel so familiar that nobody stops to think about where they came from or how recent some of them actually are.

This quiz gives you fifteen clues about festive customs and rituals from the UK, Europe and beyond, and asks you to pick the right answer from four options. It mixes the traditions everyone takes part in with a couple that might only be familiar depending on where you grew up. Work through them all and find out whether you finish as Bah Humbug, a casual Christmas Shopper, a sharp Head Elf, or a true Santa Claus.

FAQs:

What kind of traditions does this quiz cover?
A mix of customs, rituals and activities, spanning gift giving, decorations, and a few traditions specific to certain countries.

Which clue trips people up the most?
A couple of the customs are easy to recognise but trickier to name precisely, since some have several overlapping versions across different countries.

Can I play it again? Yes, “Try again” reshuffles both the questions and the answer order.

Is the quiz free to play?
Yes, no sign up or download required.