Christmas History
What is Santa Claus's real name?
St. Nicholas
This is the traditional Christmas decoration made of colorful paper strips and hung around homes in Kerala
Christmas Pookkalam
What is the name of the green monster that hates Christmas
Grinch
What is the snow man's name in the song about the snowman melted away
Frosty
Name the Christmas drink that is also known as milk punch
Eggnog
The French word “Noel” is often used around Christmas, but what was its original meaning in Latin?
Birth
A popular Christmas sweet in Kerala made with rice flour and jaggery, often enjoyed during the festive season
"Ari Unda" or "Rice Ladoo"
This movie is the highest-grossing Christmas movie of all time
Home Alone
How many times does Santa checks his list
Twice
The modern image of Santa Claus in a red suit was popularized by an advertising campaign for this beverage company in the 1930s
Coca-Cola
The wise men brought these three gifts for the baby Jesus, not the most useful items to give a newborn
Gold, frankincense, and myrrh
Attending the Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve is a significant tradition in Kerala. Which church in Kerala is famous for its grand Midnight Mass celebration?
"St. Mary's Basilica, Ernakulam"
In "A Christmas Carol", this was Scrooge's first name
Ebenezer
In this Malayalam Christmas carol, the lyrics describe the Star of Bethlehem guiding the three wise men to the birthplace of Jesus
Bethlehemil Pulthozhuthu
This plant is known as the Christmas Eve Flower
Poinsettia
What saint is credited for creating the concept of the Nativity scene?
St. Francis of Assisi
In some parts of Kerala, communities celebrate Christmas with a grand procession featuring decorated horses. What is this festive event called?
Kuthira Vela
This is the name of the elf in the movie Elf
Buddy
This famous Christmas carol was originally written for Thanksgiving, not for Christmas
Jingle Bells
In medieval England, a popular Christmas tradition involved bringing a log into the house to burn during the festive season. What was this log called?
Yule Log
How long is the season of epiphany and what are the beginning and ending dates?
12 days from December 25 to January 5
In Kerala, the nativity scene often includes these traditional boats, which are elaborately decorated and represent the state's rich cultural heritage.
"Chundan Vallam" (Snake Boats)
In this animated film, a young boy takes a magical train ride to the North Pole on Christmas Eve to meet Santa Claus
The Polar Express
Name the eight original reindeer from Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Blitzen, Comet, Cupid, Dasher, Prancer, Vixen, Dancer, and Donner
Who wrote "A Christmas Carol"
Charles Dickens