Christmas traditions around the world
Instead of visiting on Christmas night, this traditional Ukrainian gift-giver—the counterpart to Santa Claus—delivers treats to children on his feast day in December
Who is Saint Nicholas
In 'Home Alone,' what is the first name of the boy left behind?
Kevin
What is the tile of this song "There'll be parties for hosting
Marshmallows for toasting"
Its the most wonderful time of the year
Before it became associated with Christmas, this plant was used in ancient winter celebrations because it stayed green all year.
What is holly
What red sauce made from a tart berry is commonly served alongside turkey at Christmas dinner in Canada?
What is cranberry sauce
On Christmas Day in this Asian country, eating a traditional Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) meal has become a popular custom.
What is Japan
In 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas,' what is the name of the town where the Whos live?
Whoville.
In 'Frosty the Snowman,' what brought Frosty to life?
An old silk hat.
Which popular Christmas plant has bright red leaves and is native to Mexico?
The poinsettia.
What creamy holiday drink is traditionally made with milk or cream, sugar, and eggs?
Eggnog.
This icy Scandinavian country is famously known as the home of the "Yule Lads," thirteen mischievous brothers who leave gifts or rotten potatoes in children's shoes.
What is Iceland
In 'Elf,' what are the four main food groups according to Buddy?
Candy, candy canes, candy corn, and syrup.
What is the tile of this song "It doesn't show signs of stopping,
And I brought some corn for popping"
Let it snow
This country is widely credited with starting the tradition of decorating Christmas trees indoors.
What is Germany
What is the French name for a traditional Christmas dessert shaped and decorated to look like a log?
Bûche de Noël.
In Ethiopia, Christmas is celebrated on January 7th, and many men and boys participate in a fast-paced traditional game called Ganna, which closely resembles this sport.
What is field hockey
In the original 1946 film 'It's a Wonderful Life,' what is the name of George Bailey's guardian angel?
Clarence Odbody.
Which singer released the hit 'All I Want for Christmas Is You' in 1994?
Mariah Carey.
What is the name of the period of four Sundays leading up to Christmas in many Christian traditions?
Advent
This traditional British Christmas dessert is often steamed and may contain dried fruit, spices, and suet.
What is Christmas pudding
Every Christmas Eve, this joint U.S.–Canadian military command uses radar and satellites to track Santa Claus's flight path across the globe for millions of children.
NORAD
He is the loyal, antler-wearing canine companion who reluctantly helps the Grinch try to ruin the holidays for Whoville.
Who is Max
Which Christmas song became the first song performed in space, and what instrument did the astronauts use?
Jingle Bells,' played with a harmonica accompanied by small bells
In the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” how many total gifts are given if you add up every gift from all twelve days?
What is 364
In Ukraine, this traditional Christmas dish is made from wheat, poppy seeds, honey, and sometimes raisins. It is often the first dish eaten during Christmas Eve supper.
What is kutia?