Oh, Christmas Tree
This tree-top decoration traditionally represents the messenger who announced the birth of Jesus in the Nativity story.
What is an angel?
This holiday song begins with the line, “You better watch out, you better not cry.”
What is “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town”?
The overly cheerful human raised at the North Pole who survives on candy, spaghetti, and syrup.
Who is Buddy the Elf?
In this movie, a young boy defends his house from burglars during Christmas.
What is “Home Alone”?
“Jingle Bells, jingle bells, jingle all the ___.”
What is way?
This U.S. state consistently ranks first in Christmas tree production.
What is Oregon?
This singer made “All I Want for Christmas Is You” a modern holiday staple.
Who is Mariah Carey?
The mustached prospector in Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer who leads the search for a legendary land of silver and gold.
Who is Yukon Cornelius?
This Rankin/Bass 1969 special features a snowman who comes to life after a magical hat is placed on his head.
What is Frosty the Snowman?
“You better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout, I’m telling you ___.”
What is why?
This species, known for strong branches and long needle retention, is a popular choice for heavy ornaments.
What is the Douglas fir?
This song, originally written by Irving Berlin, is the best-selling Christmas single of all time.
What is “White Christmas”?
This folkloric personification of winter is blamed for icy weather and frost-covered windows.
Who is Jack Frost?
In the 1983 special "A Christmas Story," Ralphie dreams of getting this item for Christmas.
What is a Red Ryder BB gun?
“Have yourself a merry little Christmas, let your heart be ___.”
What is light?
The tradition of decorating Christmas trees in homes spread widely after this 1848 illustration appeared in the Illustrated London News.
Who are Queen Victoria and Prince Albert?
This band recorded the original version of “Last Christmas” in 1984.
Who is Wham!?
The 4th-century bishop of Myra whose secret gift-giving inspired the modern Santa Claus legend.
Who is St. Nicholas?
In The Nightmare Before Christmas, this actor provided the singing voice for Jack Skellington.
Who is Danny Elfman?
“You will get a sentimental feeling when you hear voices singing, ‘Let’s be jolly, deck the halls with boughs of ___.’”
What is holly?
This early 17th-century German city is often cited as one of the first places to publicly display decorated Christmas trees.
What is Strasbourg?
Brenda Lee was only 13 years old when she recorded this classic Christmas hit.
What is “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree”?
This horned figure from Alpine folklore punishes naughty children during the Christmas season.
Who is Krampus?
In Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, the voice of Hermey the elf was provided by this actor, who also appeared in Bye Bye Birdie.
Who is Larry D. Mann?
“Sleigh bells ring, are you listening? In the lane, snow is ___.”
What is glistening?