Christmas Vocabulary Quiz (15 Words Every ESL Learner Should Know!)
- Rose Sensei
- 2 hours ago
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Christmas is the perfect time to learn new English vocabulary — especially festive words that appear everywhere during the holiday season!
In this post, you’ll find a fun and easy Christmas Vocabulary Quiz designed for adult ESL/EFL learners who enjoy lifestyle English, culture, and everyday communication.
You’ll learn useful words like wreath, tinsel, bauble, fairy lights, and more — with a video quiz and answer key.
Let’s jump into the festive fun! 🎁✨
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🎄 Christmas Vocabulary Challenge Quiz
1️⃣ What is this called?
🎄✨ A round decoration you hang on your front door.
A. Garland B. Wreath C. Ribbon D. Bow
2️⃣ What do you call the shiny string decoration on a Christmas tree?
A. Glitter B. Tinsel C. Foil D. Garland
3️⃣ What is the name of the round ornaments you hang on the tree?
A. Lanterns B. Baubles C. Bells D. Drops
4️⃣ What do you hang on the fireplace for small gifts?
A. Sock B. Pouch C. Stocking D. Sleeve
5️⃣ What is this used for? 🎉
A small device you twist or pull — colourful papers pop out.
A. Confetti popper B. Firework stick C. Sparkler D. Party cracker
6️⃣ What do you call the long decoration you wrap around the tree?
A. Ribbon B. Tinsel C. Garland D. Streamer
7️⃣ Which word means “a small gift, usually cheap, put inside a stocking”?
A. Surprise gift B. Stocking stuffer C. Holiday present D. Lucky charm
8️⃣ What do you call the plant people kiss under? 💋
A. Holly B. Ivy C. Mistletoe D. Pine
9️⃣ What word describes a warm, comfortable Christmas feeling?
A. Cosy B. Busy C. Icy D. Frosty
🔟 What do you call the lights people put outside their homes?
A. Fairy lights B. House lights C. Glow ropes D. Sparkle stripes
1️⃣1️⃣ What is this called? 🎀
A.Twist B. Bow C. Knot D. Curl
1️⃣2️⃣ What do you call Christmas paper used for covering gifts?
A. Christmas layer B. Gift wrap C. Present coat D. Wrapping fabric
1️⃣3️⃣ What do you call the big dinner on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day?
A. Holiday feast B. Christmas roast C. Festive meal D. All are possible (but 1 is most common!)
1️⃣4️⃣ What is this? 🔔
A. Chime B. Bell C. Ring D. Jingle
1️⃣5️⃣ Which word means “a sweet biscuit shaped like a person”?
A. Brownie boy B. Gingerbread man C. Christmas figure D. Sugar toy
🎁 Answer Key
B – Wreath
B – Tinsel
B – Baubles
C – Stocking
A – Confetti popper
C – Garland
B – Stocking stuffer
C – Mistletoe
A – Cosy
A – Fairy lights
B – Bow
B – Gift wrap
D – All are possible (most common: Holiday feast)
B – Bell
B – Gingerbread man
👩🏻🏫 Teacher Tip!
How to Use This Christmas Quiz in Class or Self-Study
Use as a warm-up activity
Add to Christmas lessons
Great for listening practice
Perfect for online lessons
Works well for holiday-themed homework
❄️ More Christmas Learning Resources
Christmas Story for ESL Learners
🔗 The Christmas Wish - A Magical Christmas Story
🔗 A Special Christmas in Tokyo Story - ESL Listening
New Year Vocabulary Activities
🔗New Year's Eve Party Story & Vocabulary ESL Lesson
Festive Cooking Vocabulary
🔗Christmas Recipe - Reading Comprehension for ESL Learners
🔗Easy Christmas Recipes - Chocolate Snowballs & Hot Chocolate
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💬 Did you enjoy the quiz? 🎄 Tell us in the comments: What’s your favourite Christmas decoration?
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Thank you for reading & Happy Learning!
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