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Christmas Day is 25 December; Boxing Day is 26 December
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easysingle choice
On what date is Christmas Day celebrated?
24 December
25 December
26 December
1 January
Explanation
Christmas Day is celebrated on 25 December. 24 December is Christmas Eve and 26 December is Boxing Day.
hardsingle choice
What is Boxing Day?
A day for boxing matches
The day after Christmas Day, 26 December
The last day of the year
A day for packing away Christmas decorations
Explanation
Boxing Day falls on 26 December, the day after Christmas Day. It is a public holiday for relaxing, visiting friends and family, and shopping.
easysingle choice
What is the traditional Christmas Day meal in the UK?
Fish and chips
Roast beef
Roast turkey
Roast lamb
Explanation
The traditional Christmas meal features roast turkey with trimmings, followed by Christmas pudding for dessert.