Test Your Christmas Knowledge! - Quiz

Since it's my last quiz post of 2018 I thought I'd try something a little different. This isn't my typical "Can I guess" quiz. Instead, it's a test of your Christmas knowledge! To be honest, I didn't know half the answers to these questions before researching so if you do manage to get 100%, then a massive high five to you! I can't believe this is my last festive blog post before the 25th. I'm thinking of doing a "What I Got For Christmas 2018" next week so if you'd like to see one of those, definitely let me know in the comment section below. 

1. Where do gingerbread houses originate from?

A) Germany
B) Scotland
C) America
D) The Netherlands

2. In the song "Twelve Days of Christmas", what was given on the eleventh day?
A) Lords a-leaping
B) Drummers drumming
C) Pipers piping
D) Maids a-milking

3. How many reindeer does Santa have?
A) 7
B) 8
C) 9
D) 10

4. What is the best-selling Christmas song of all time?
A) Silent Night
B) White Christmas 
C) We Wish You a Merry Christmas
D) Joy to The World

5. When were Christmas crackers invented?
A) 1820's
B) 1840's 
C) 1860's
D) 1880's

6. Which famous landmark is considered the biggest Christmas gift in the world?
A) Big Ben
B) The Eiffel Tower
C) The Sydney Opera House
D) The Statue of Liberty

7. What's the name of the main character in the movie "Home Alone"?
A) Steven
B) Devon
C) Kevin
D) Bevan

8. Which fast food chain is most popular in Japan around Christmas time?
A) McDonalds
B) KFC
C) Pizza Hut
D) Subway

9. Who wrote the song "Jingle Bells"?
A) James Pierpont
B) Brenda Lee
C) Walter Rollins
D) Johnny Marks

10. How tall is the world's tallest Christmas tree?
A) 221 ft
B) 302 ft
C) 189 ft
D) 278 ft

Answers: A,C,C,B,B,D,C,B,A,D

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Why do You Love The Holiday Season? - Quiz

Christmas is coming and this year I'm determined to show more festive spirit here on my blog. Last December, I only published three Christmas themed blog posts! This is why I thought I'd get in early and make my November quiz Christmas related. I'm going to see if I can guess what aspect of the holiday season you love the most. Let me know if I was right or wrong in the comment section below! 

1. When I was younger, my favourite way to spend the night before Christmas was...
A) Preparing the cookies and milk for Santa.
B) Carolling around the neighbourhood.
C) Relaxing with family and friends around the fireplace.
D) Driving around and seeing all the different Christmas lights.

2. To get in the festive mood each year, I will...
A) Learn how to make a new Christmas dish.
B) Create a Christmas playlist.
C) Have a Christmas movie marathon.
D) Attempt a couple of Christmas DIYs.

3. I like to deck out _______ for Christmas.
A) The kitchen
B) My bedroom
C) The living room
D) Every room in the house

4. The phone app I use the most during the holiday season is...
A) YouTube.
B) Spotify.
C) Netflix.
D) Pinterest.

5. The Christmas scent I'm obsessed with is...
A) Ginger spice.
B) Cherry.
C) Vanilla bean.
D) Peppermint.

6. I can't get through December without my...
A) Christmas cookbook.
B) Headphones.
C) 'Elf' DVD.
D) Tinsel and fairy lights.

7. My favourite place to go in the days leading up to Christmas is...
A) The supermarket.
B) The shopping mall.
C) The cinema.
D) Santa's grotto.

8. I like to wear my Christmas themed _______ around this time of year.
A) Apron
B) Socks
C) Pyjamas
D) Sweater

9. On my Christmas Wishlist is a...
A) Kitchen mixer.
B) Record player.
C) Laptop.
D) Desk for my room.

10. When I think of Christmas, the first thing that comes to mind is...
A) Christmas pudding.
B) Snow.
C) Santa.
D) Christmas trees.

You love the holiday.......

(Mostly A's)
Food
Your favourite part of Christmas Day is sitting around the dining room table, surrounded by loved ones, with your plate stacked high with food. Not only do you enjoy eating Christmas food, you love making it yourself. You're a professional chef when it comes to this time of year.

(Mostly B's)
Music
You love your Christmas tunes. It doesn't matter if it's a classic or modern take, you're happy to sing along to it anyway. Whether you're at home or out and about, you'll make sure to play festive music wherever you are. It's no wonder you know the lyrics to every Christmas song invented.

(Mostly C's)
Movies
You're very dedicated to your Christmas films. You could watch 'Love Actually' a thousand times and never get bored of it. There's no other place you'd rather spend Christmas evening than lounging on the couch in front of the TV with a huge fluffy blanket and cup of hot cocoa. 

(Mostly D's)
Decorations
Christmas is when you really get creative with your interior space. You're not afraid to spend when it comes to holiday decor. It's like a Christmas explosion every time people enter your house. Friends and family are always very complimentary of how much effort you put into giving your home that very festive feel.

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What Should You be This Halloween? - QUIZ

It's October and what's the one thing almost everyone associates with this month? Halloween. I remember when it came to this holiday, I was more excited about the dressing up than the candy. Even though I don't go trick or treating anymore, I still miss putting together a fun costume. Let me know what you think of this month's quiz in the comment section below! 

1. I _______ watch horror movies.
A) Never
B) Very rarely
C) Sometimes
D) Always 

2. My costume is usually ready...
A) In June.
B) At the very beginning of October.
C) The night before Halloween.
D) The hour before I'm due to go trick or treating.

3. The makeup product that is essential to my costume is...
A) Glittery eyeshadow. 
B) Mascara.
C) Red lipstick.
D) A pale foundation.

4. My favourite Halloween snack/food is...
A) Candy corn. 
B) Pumpkin pie. 
C) Caramel apples. 
D) Salted popcorn. 

5. The superhero that I wouldn't mind trading lives with for a day is...
A) Superman.
B) Scarlet Witch.
C) Batman. 
D) Invisible Girl. 

6. My favourite flavour of ice cream is...
A) Bubblegum.
B) Mint choc chip.
C) Red velvet.
D) French vanilla.

7. The type of insect I'm most fascinated by is...
A) Butterflies. 
B) Spiders. 
C) Beetles 
D) Moths. 

8. I wish _______ existed. 
A) Pixie dust
B) Flying cars
C) Magic carpets
D) Teleportation machines

9. It is _______ to make me scared.
A) Very easy
B) Not too tricky
C) Pretty hard
D) Really difficult

10. If I were to get inspiration for my costume, I'd watch...
A) Peter Pan.
B) Harry Potter. 
C) Twilight. 
D) Paranormal Activity. 

You should be a.......

(Mostly A's)
Fairy
All you need for this costume is a wand, a flower crown, a sparkly dress and a pair of wings.

(Mostly B's)
Witch
All you need for this costume is a pointy hat, a black dress, and an old broom. 

(Mostly C's)
Vampire
All you need for this costume is a pair of fake teeth and a red cape. 

(Mostly D's)
Ghost
All you need for this costume is a white blanket. 


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Which 2018 Movie Should You Watch/Rewatch? - Quiz

I've been going to the cinema a lot recently. In fact, I've been seeing at least one movie a week for the past month. Because of this, I think that I can confidently say 2018 so far has been a great year for movies. For this week's post, I thought I'd do a quiz based around the films that have been released this year. Let me know your thoughts on the movie you get below! 

1. My go-to movie snack is...
A) Red liquorice.
B) Jelly babies.
C) Chocolate.
D) A box of popcorn.

2. A majority of the films I watch...
A) Make me feel like a little kid again.
B) Keep me on the edge of my seat.
C) Have a feel-good ending.
D) Involve amazing special effects.

3. Something that I loved as a child and am still quite fond of now is...
A) Disney channel.
B) Horror stories. 
C) Musicals. 
D) Comic books. 

4. I really enjoy watching movies with...
A) My younger sibling.
B) My boyfriend/girlfriend. 
C) My mum.
D) A group of friends.

5. I like the famous movie quote...
A) "To infinity and beyond."
B) "Say hello to my little friend."
C) "Toto, I've a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore."
D) "With great power comes great responsibility."

6. My ideal time to go to the cinema is between...
A) 12am and 2pm.
B) 6pm and 8pm.
C) 2pm and 4pm.
D) 4pm and 6pm. 

7. If I were to star in a movie, I'd want to play the...
A) Best Friend of the main character. 
B) Super villain. 
C) Romantic interest. 
D) Hero.

8. I prefer to watch a film that...
A) Is animated.
B) Has a lot of jump scares.
C) Includes a lot of singing and dancing.
D) Is based off a novel I've read. 

9. The TV series that I've been obsessed with recently is...
A) The Simpsons. 
B) Pretty Little Liars.
C) Glee. 
D) Arrow.

10. My favourite movie genre is...
A) Family. 
B) Thriller. 
C) Rom-com.
D) Action.

You should watch.......

(Mostly A's)
Incredibles 2
This film is exciting, sweet, funny and as all classic Disney movies do, is sure to lift your spirits. It's impossible to not fall in love with this super family. This movie is very all rounded with a lot of action, a bit of romance and just the right amount of comedy. 

(Mostly B's)
A Quiet Place
Right from the get-go, this movie is sure to make your heart race and your palms sweat. When watching the characters go about this terrifying world, you'll almost feel like you're right there with them. If you like movies with a lot of suspense, then this is the film for you. 

(Mostly C's)
Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again
This film is not only for ABBA fans but those who favour mushy films. This sequel takes quite a different approach to the first movie however it still has all the characters you'll know and love. If you like heartwarming, sentimental films then this is the perfect watch for you. 

(Mostly D's)
Avengers: Infinity War
This movie is one huge superhero collaboration with all the well known Marvel characters fighting against one extremely powerful villain. If you enjoy action films with amazing stunts and graphics, then definitely give this movie a go. 

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What Welly Merck Watch Should You Buy? - Quiz

In my opinion, there's no other accessory quite like the watch. As well as being extremely useful, they're also very versatile and can work with pretty much any outfit. For today's quiz, I'm going to be focusing on a specific brand of watches. Welly Merck is a Switzerland based company with a very inspirational origin story. To Merck and his wife Welly, their watch line is a symbol of the hardships they overcame. The watches are all stunning in design and their unique features definitely make them stand out from the crowd. I'm excited to hear what Welly Merck watch you end up with! Definitely let me know your results down below! 

1. I want my watch to show I'm...
A) Fun.
B) Sophisticated. 
C) Professional. 
D) Approachable.

2. My favourite type of bracelet is the... 
A) Beaded bracelet.
B) Tennis bracelet.
C) Cuff bracelet. 
D) Charm bracelet. 

3. When I'm not at home, I spend a lot of time...
A) Outdoors. 
B) In the city. 
C) At work.
D) In a classroom. 

4. When it comes to accessorising, the _________ the better.
A) More outrageous
B) Sparklier 
C) More subtle 
D) Simpler

5. A majority of my jewellery is...
A) Stainless steel. 
B) Sterling silver. 
C) Yellow gold. 
D) Rose gold. 

6. The nail colour that I love wearing is...
A) Rose red. 
B) Milky white. 
C) Cocoa brown.
D) Bubblegum pink. 

7. I like a watch that...
A) Suits my personal style.  
B) Has a large watch face. 
C) Is comfortable to wear. 
D) Is very lightweight.

8. I keep all my jewellery...
A) On a jewellery tree. 
B) In my vanity draw. 
C) In my jewellery box.
D) On a trinket tray.

9. When it comes to the watch strap, I'd prefer it was...
A) Patterned. 
B) Mesh.
C) Thick.
D) Coloured.

10. The country I am most intrigued by is...
A) New Zealand.
B) America.
C) Netherlands.
D) Portugal. 


You Should Buy The _________ Watch.

(Mostly A's)
Classic Auckland


(Mostly B's)
Fighter New York


(Mostly C's)
Classic Amsterdam 


(Mostly D's)
Fighter Lisbon


Definitely check out Welly Merck's site if you'd like to take a closer look at any of the watches. I've only shown you a snippet of what's on offer. There's plenty more to discover on their website! For today's post, Welly Merck has kindly given me a discount code to share with you all! To get 15% off your order just type Annie-15 at the checkout. Thanks for taking the quiz!

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What's Your Pinterest Style? - Quiz

Pinterest is the home of every kind of inspiration possible. For a long time, my obsession with Pinterest revolved around pastels and flat lays. At the moment, however, my favourite board would definitely have to be my fashion one. I've been posting to it almost every day! For this month's quiz, I'm going to see if I can guess your Pinterest style or just your fashion style in general. Let me know if I got it right or if I got it completely wrong! 

1. My go-to outfit is a...
A) Sweater and jeans. 
B) Top and skirt.
C) T-shirt and shorts.
D) Dress and cardigan.  

2. One of my favourite materials to wear is...
A) Velvet.
B) Satin.
C) Denim.
D) Wool.

3. My fashion is very much inspired by...
A) Old school movies. 
B) Style magazines.
C) Celebrities and famous people.
D) Store mannequins. 

4. My wardrobe staple is...
A) A warm turtleneck. 
B) A pretty blouse. 
C) Worn-out overalls. 
D) A stripy sweater dress.

5. The season I buy most of my clothes in...
A) Autumn.
B) Spring.
C) Summer.
D) Winter. 

6. The shoes I like to wear on a daily basis are my...
A) Ankle boots. 
B) Ballet flats.
C) Sandals.
D) Sneakers.

7. When clothes shopping, I am instantly drawn to anything...
A) Patterned. 
B) Sparkly.
C) With tassels. 
D) With faux fur. 

8. My clothes are predominantly...
A) Orange and green.
B) White and pink.
C) Brown and red.
D) Grey and black.

9. My favourite way to accessorise an outfit is with...
A) A cute hat.
B) A dainty necklace and matching bracelet. 
C) Some statement earrings.
D) A large hand bag.  

10. I get almost all my clothes from...
A) My local op shop.
B) H&M.
C) Online stores.
D) Uniqlo.

Your Pinterest Style is Very.......

(Mostly A's)
Vintage



(Mostly B's)
Feminine



(Mostly C's)
Bohemian



(Mostly D's)
Casual



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Which Disney Princess Are You? - Quiz

I can't believe it's already halfway through the year! Where has the past 5 months gone to? Today's quiz is super exciting! I've been wanting to do a Disney related post for quite some time now and with the Royal Wedding just last month, I thought there wouldn't be a better time than now to do a "Which Princess Are You?" quiz! Hope you enjoy! 

1. I have a fear of...
A) Being stuck in the same place all my life. 
B) The unknown.
C) Disappointing the people that mean most to me. 
D) Needles. 

2. My dream dress is the colour...
A) Yellow.
B) Purple. 
C) Green.
D) Pink. 

3. A random talent of mine is that I can...
A) Get through multiple books in one day. 
B) Braid my hair without a mirror. 
C) Hold my breath underwater for a good couple of minutes. 
D) Sleep anywhere and everywhere. 

4. I feel safest when I'm...
A) Reading. 
B) At home. 
C) By the ocean. 
D) Surrounded by loved ones. 

5. When it comes to my hair, I like to...
A) Tie it up in a low ponytail.
B) Put it in a braid. 
C) Leave it out.
D) Curl it slightly at the ends. 

6. I get _______ very easily.
A) Bored
B) Worried
C) Curious
D) Tired

7. When I was younger, I always imagined living in...
A) A little village.
B) A tall tower.
C) An underwater city. 
D) A magnificent castle.

8. I think a princess should be...
A) Intelligent and open minded.
B) Fun and imaginative.
C) Strong willed and independent. 
D) Kind and gentle.

9. The Disney song that I can't help but sing along to is...
A) "Be Our Guest".
B) "When Will my Life Begin".
C) "Under The Sea".
D) "Once Upon a Dream".

10. As a child, my favourite fairytale was...
A) Beauty and the Beast.
B) Rapunzel.
C) The Little Mermaid.
D) Sleeping Beauty. 

You are.......

(Mostly A's)
Belle
You're smart, caring and fearless. Just like Belle! You love to travel and have adventures and experience new things. As well this, you're an avid reader of fictional novels and will spend a majority of your downtime with your nose in a book. 

(Mostly B's)
Rapunzel
Your friends love your playful and lively personality. You like to make the most of every day. Just like Rapunzel! You're a very creative person and enjoy making things. Baking, painting and sewing are a couple of your favourite hobbies. 

(Mostly C's)
Ariel
You like to appreciate the little things in life. Just like Ariel! You're always hungry for knowledge and have a passion for learning. Something that you really thrive in is meeting new people. You're confident, friendly and not afraid to approach others. 

(Mostly D's)
Aurora
You're a sweet and loyal person. Just like Aurora! You're also very respectful and polite and people really compliment you for that. You feel very passionately about your sleep and you like to take power naps every opportunity that you can. 

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What Type of Designer Could You be? - Quiz

This week I went to talk to a designer about design in the workplace. After my session with him, it hit me just how much I wanted to be doing the things he was doing one day. It was such a cool realisation to have. I think everyone has what it takes to be a designer and that's what I'm wanting to prove in this week's quiz. Based on what you enjoy and your current perception of designers, I'm going to see whether or not I can guess what type of design job would suit you best. Hope you enjoy! 

1. The two hobbies I wouldn't mind making a career out of are...
A) Blogging and photography. 
B) Sewing and knitting.
C) Tidying and organisation.
D) Sketching and journalling.

2. To me, a good designer...
A) Is always wanting to develop on what they already know.
B) Isn't afraid to stand out from the crowd. 
C) Is constantly looking for new ways to be inspired.
D) Is empathetic and understand's the client's needs well.

3. I believe the aesthetic of a design...
A) Should coincide with the function.
B) Is good to think about sometimes but not all the time.
C) Is the most important aspect.
D) Shouldn't be a priority at all.

4. If I were to create something, my dream would be seeing it...
A) On a billboard.
B) In a store.
C) In a magazine.
D) On TV.

5. I think it is important a designer knows how to...
A) Overcome creative block.
B) Deal with plagiarism.
C) Handle criticism.
D) Communicate their ideas.

6. I've always been interested in...
A) The hidden messages behind different company logos.
B) Where my clothes have come from.
C) The different design eras and time periods. 
D) Famous inventions and how they came about.

7. I think a designer should do what they do because...
A) It makes them happy.
B) They love creating things.
C) It showcases what they're good at.
D) They want to make a change.

8. If I were to sum up design in one word it would probably be...
A) Collaborative.  
B) Empowering.
C) Satisfying.
D) Influential. 

9. I find I'm always losing my...
A) USB stick.
B) Socks. 
C) Home key. 
D) Eraser.

10. If I could work at any workplace in the world, it would probably be...
A) Google.
B) Vogue.
C) Dezeen.
D) IDEO.

You Could be a.......

(Mostly A's)
Graphic Designer
You're a tech savvy. You have a strong understanding for all things digital. When people have a problem with their device, you're the first person they'll go to for help. Your experience with technology will allow you to go far as a graphic designer.  

(Mostly B's)
Fashion Designer
You're a fashionista at heart. You love shopping for clothes and being experimental with different patterns and materials. In your eyes, putting together an outfit is like creating a work of art. The fashion industry could really use someone like you. 

(Mostly C's)
Interior Designer
You're obsessed with spaces. You love going to homeware stores and paint shops, finding unique decor and picking up colour swatches. Your eye for layout and colour matching would make you a perfect fit for this role. 

(Mostly D's)
Product Designer
You're constantly questioning the world around you. You have a strong appreciation for the smaller things in life. The things most people take for granted. Your curiosity and ability to think outside the box would make you an incredible product designer. 

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What do You Like Watching on YouTube? - Quiz

If there's one thing that I've been obsessed with recently, it's watching Disneyland vlogs on YouTube. It's impossible to not feel happy watching a video located at the happiest place on earth. Since I've been on YouTube quite a bit lately, I thought I'd base this month's quiz around this video sharing platform. I'm going to see if I can guess what category a majority of the videos in your subscription box fall under. Let me know if I got it right or I got it completely wrong!

1. If I could be part of any reality TV show, it would probably be...
A) The Amazing Race.
B) Project Runway.
C) Britain's Got Talent.
D) The X Factor.

2. This year, I really want to... 
A) Travel more.
B) Create more.
C) Laugh more.
D) Exercise more. 

3. The three emojis that best describe how I enjoy spending my free time are...
A) 🌿📷🚗
B) 🖌✂️🖐
C) 😜✏️📓
D) 🎶💃🗣

4. If I were on a movie set, I would be...
A) Starring in it, of course!
B) Helping with the set design.
C) Part of the scriptwriting team. 
D) Working on the soundtrack.

5. The one item I carry with me wherever I go is my...
A) Camera.
B) Lip balm.
C) Favourite pen.
D) Earphones.

6. If I were to make my best friend something for her birthday, it would be a...
A) Photo scrapbook. 
B) Creative pop-up card.
C) Funny video featuring all her friends and family. 
D) Playlist of all our favourite songs. 

7. At high school, my favourite subject is/was...
A) Drama.
B) Art.
C) English.
D) Dance.

8. If I were to make a YouTube video, it would probably be a...
A) Q and A video.
B) Workspace tour.
C) Reaction video. 
D) Cover of a song.

9. I am most likely to subscribe to someone if...
A) They upload regularly.
B) Create content that interests me.
C) Have funny video ideas.
D) I like the aesthetic of their videos.

10. The main reason I go on YouTube is to...
A) Keep up to date with my favourite YouTubers.
B) Learn something new.
C) Be entertained.
D) Discover the latest music.

You Like Watching.......

(Mostly A's)
Daily Vlogs
There's nothing you like more than waking up to a new vlog in your subscription box every morning. You love showing support for your favourite vloggers by staying on top of their daily videos. 

(Mostly B's)
DIY Tutorials
You're a maker at heart so in your eyes, there are no better videos on YouTube than Do-It-Yourself tutorials. Whether it be a fancy makeup look, a room decor piece or a yummy recipe idea, you're willing to give it a go 100%. 

(Mostly C's)
Comedy Skits
You can always count on a good YouTube video to lift your spirits. The more relatable the video, the better. You're subscribed to some hilarious creators on YouTube and you love the production that goes into their content. 


(Mostly D's) 
Music Videos
When it comes to what music/artist is trending, you're always in the know. You love listening to your favourite songs through YouTube because you're able to appreciate both the music video and the track itself. 

Thanks for taking the quiz! Who's your favourite YouTuber? Let me know down below! 

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