Holidays

What happened in the past when you were faced with a difficult decision during the holidays? How do you determine your family’s Christmas traditions each year? How do you handle…

In “In the Yule-Log Glow,” what is the name of the hill that was believed to be the site of the Star of Bethlehem’s appearance? Correct Answer: The Hill of…

What makes you most frustrated about the way families drift apart as they get older? You have Christmas Eve all to yourself, what do you do? How well do you…

What is Guy Fernald’s occupation? Correct Answer: A businessman Correct Answer Explanation: The story mentions that Guy works in the city, implying that he has a professional job. While his…

How do you feel about the Stafford family’s determination to have a joyful Christmas despite the war? What’s your favorite scene or moment in the story? What makes you nervous…

What was the name of the plantation where the Stafford family lived? Correct Answer: Holly Hill Correct Answer Explanation: The Stafford family lived on a plantation called Holly Hill, which…

How prepared are you for a trip to Santa Claus Land? How often do you let your imagination run wild like Lill’s? What do you dream about when it comes…

How long is Santa Claus expected to live? Correct Answer: 1,876 years Correct Answer Explanation: Santa Claus is expected to live for a very long time, as stated in the…

How do you feel about the contrasting portrayal of Christmas in “The Overture” and “A Christmas Melody”? What’s your favorite anecdote from the summary and why? What makes you nervous…