Question 1: What type of goods were traditionally sold at Leipzig’s Christmas markets?
Expensive ornaments
Candles and spices
Luxury souvenirs
Historically, Leipzig’s Christmas market offered practical items like candles, spices, and local goods rather than expensive ornaments or luxury souvenirs, reflecting the needs and culture of the time.
Correct Answer: Candles and spices
Question 2: What significant arrival does Leipzig celebrate before Advent every year?
The Christmas tree lighting
Santa Claus’s arrival
The opening of stalls
Leipzig celebrates Santa Claus’s grand arrival on the Saturday before Advent, where he arrives by train, marking the start of the festive celebrations in the city.
Correct Answer: Santa Claus’s arrival
Question 3: How many stalls approximately feature in Leipzig’s Christmas market today?
300 stalls
150 stalls
500 stalls
Today, Leipzig’s Christmas market boasts about 300 stalls, providing a diverse selection of cultural and culinary offerings, making it one of Germany’s largest Christmas markets.
Correct Answer: 300 stalls