Arthur's Perfect Christmas Trivia Quiz

Answer: A glass bird

Arthur bought his mom a glass bird which was just like the one that he broke during the summer while playing with D.W. in the house. Arthur learned that you shouldn't roughhouse inside or things can get broken or someone can get hurt.

Answer: History of Cooking

In order to celebrate the birth of Jesus as people would have in that time, Arthur's dad only made things for dinner that would have been available in the Middle East 2000 years ago.

Answer: Francine

Because she is Jewish, Francine celebrates Chanukah in December instead of Christmas. Chanukah means The Feast Of Lights and is a celebration in remembrance of God's deliverance of the Jews in 165 B.C. During the rededication of a temple in Jerusalem there were festivities lasting 8 days but only a small amount of pure olive oil could be found for lights. Miraculously the oil burned for all 8 days hence the eight lights found on Menorahs today.

Answer: The Brain

The following information was obtained from:
http://oncampus.richmond.edu/~kkasongo/Kwaanza.htm
"Kwaanza is an African-American celebration initiated by Dr. Maulana (Ron) Karenga in 1966 as both a way to celebrate the new year and a reminder of the history of black communities in the United States. It is patterned on the African celebration of harvest during which tribute is paid to the ancestors and to God while at the same time praying for another benevolent year. The celebration has also become an opportunity for most African-American communities to teach younger generations about African culture, rituals and language. Kwaanza is celebrated in many African-American communities in December. It has become one of the most visible celebrations beside Christmas and Hanukkah during the holidays season."

Answer: 28

Francine wasn't able to attend the Christmas party because she was going to be at home with her family celebrating Chanukah. Unfortunately, Muffy was so wrapped up with herself and her party that she didn't even listen to Francine and was upset with her when she wasn't at the party. Muffy learned that other people celebrate different holidays and that those are just as important as Christmas is to her.

Answer: Binky

Even though Binky likes to act tough around his friends, he really has a very big heart. His family has a tradition of going to the homeless shelter to help serve Christmas dinner. This year was Binky's turn to make the desserts. After trying several times to make a homemade dessert with bad results, Binky's store bought cookies were the hit of the dinner.

Answer: 37

Muffy discovered that having a lot a presents didn't mean anything to her without having her friend Francine there to play with her. She learned that friendship, understanding and communication were more important to a happy holiday than anything that comes from a store.

Answer: Quackers the Talking Duck

D.W. threw a temper tantrum after seeing that she didn't get the toy that she wanted. She soon found out that what she got was even better than Tina the Talking Tabby. She told Arthur that, obviously, Santa knew what she wanted even better than she did herself.

Answer: A ham

Even though they had good intentions, Muffy and her dad didn't know that many Orthodox Jewish people do not eat pork. But, it was still a sign of friendship and goodwill that led to Muffy's greater understanding of Chanukah.

Answer: A tea set

Uncle Fred switched the name tags on his present for Arthur's mom after he found out that Arthur's present was broken. He loved Arthur so much and felt bad for him that he gave up his own present. Uncle Fred bought her the tea set because he had broken the one she had last Christmas.