Think you know your relatives? When you get together this Christmas, put them to the test with some fun family facts.
Christmas Day is a time for gifts, feasting and spending special time with loved ones. It’s also a great time to share stories about family members from your past.
Knowing your family’s history can play a vital part in discovering who you are. It’s also a fascinating source of knowledge that can be passed on and shared with upcoming generations.
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Use these questions to help get trivia started – or create your own specific to your family knowledge.
- How old was our maternal grandma when she married?
- Did any of our ancestors have a role to play in wartime?
- Which country does our surname come from?
- Name two places our great-grandparents lived.
- How many second cousins do we have on the maternal side of the family?
- Does our family have origins in any other countries? If so, which ones?
- Who is our family’s most famous ancestor?
Sharing facts and stories is the perfect way to bring your family history to life. If your relatives love a board game or a bit of a challenge, create your own set of trivia-style questions for your Christmas get-together.
Everyone can get involved, even if they’re just guessing the answers. The more family members playing, the more fun it gets.
Not only is it a great way to reconnect, it also helps to affirm what makes your heritage unique. Learning more about your family tree creates a sense of belonging – something that is more important than ever in these uncertain times.
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