Christmas songs
"In a one-horse open sleigh" is lyrics to what song?
Jingle bells
Kids leave this out for Santa at night in the USA
Cookies
Name the movie about a child fighting off burglars with traps in his home.
Home Alone
The beverage company that has been using commercials starring Santa Claus since the 1930's.
Coca Cola.
In traditional Christianity, who was born on Christmas Day?
Jesus
Who wants to steal the Christmas?
The Grinch
How many tips do traditional snowflakes have?
Six
"Last Christmas I gave you my _____ but the very next day you _____ __ _____."
heart, gave it away
What do naughty kids get at Christmas?
Lump of Coal
What animated film is about a train that carries kids to the North Pole
The Polar express
We all know that Rudolph has a red nose, but does he has antlers?
Yes
In many countries, this tradition of anonymously giving gifts, often to someone in need, is know as?
What is a Secret Santa?
The name of the Grinch's pet dog?
Who is Max.
The country where Santa Claus' year round residential home is located in.
What is the Arctic Circle in Finland?
Oh Christmas tree, Oh Christmas tree how lovely are thy __________.
branches
How many days are in the advent calendar?
24\25
In "A Christmas Story", what present does Ralphie want?
*Christmas Present Bonus* For 200 points, what does everyone tell him about the present?
A Red Ryder BB Gun (BB gun is acceptable)
"You'll shoot your eye out kid"
Saint Nicholas was originally this before he became known as Santa Claus.
Saint Nicholas was a Monk
In France, the legendary gift-giver Father Christmas, or Santa Clause, is known as?
Who is Papa Noël or Père Noël?
In which country is it customary to get rid of old things?
In Italy
Which reindeer has the same name as another holiday mascot
Cupid
It's the most wonderful time of the year
With the kids jingle-belling
And everyone telling you __ __ ____ _____.
Be of good cheer
The name of a famous Russian ballet about christmas
The Nutcracker
What Disney movie celebrate both Halloween and Christmas?
The Nightmare Before Christmas
These are the two most popular Christmas colors after red and green?
What is Silver and Gold
Originating from First-Century Celtic Driuds, name of the plant that people kiss under at Christmas?
What is Mistleltoe?
In which country do they celebrate the new year later than everyone else?
China
In which European country does a woman play the role of Santa Claus?
In Italy
Rockin' Around the Christmas tree at the
________ ______ _____.
What is hung on fireplaces?
Stocking
Which actor plays Buddy the Elf in the movie Elf?
Will Ferrell
What happens when you stick your wet tongue to a frozen pole like in a Christmas story?
What is, it gets stuck to the metal.
In this United States Christmas story, what is the source of Frosty the Snowman's magical powers?
His hat
In Home Alone, the McCallister's are going on vacation to this city, when they leave Kevin at home.
Paris.
Which Christmas song contains the lyrics "Everyone dancing merrily in the new old-fashioned way?
"Rockin' around the Christmas Tree"
How many horses are pulling the sleigh in the song "Jingle Bells?"
1
What birds are popular on Christmas cards?
Chickadees, Robins, or Cardinals
What is a nutcracker?
A toy soldier
After Joseph, Mary and Jesus left Bethlehem, they went to which country?
Egypt
Originating from the North Pole, can you name the missing reindeer from the list?
Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, _____, Donner, Blitzen.... and Rudolph
Cupid
Known as the official beverage of Christmastime
Eggnog
What do "naughty children" receive in their stockings?
Coal
What does Santa do to his list?
checking it twice
What tradition is connected with mistletoe during the Christmas time?
A man and woman standing under the hanging mistletoe have to kiss.
How many times does the Grinch's heart grow?
3x's
The French word “Noel” is often used around Christmas, but what was its original meaning in Latin?
What is Birth.
In Scandinavian folklore, who are the little gnomes looking out for the home, farm, and children, pattering about unseen at night, checking on everyone's welfare?
Who is Tomten?
Which famous Christmas song was originally written to be a Thanksgiving Song?
Jingle Bells
In this European country, is is customary to eat 12 grapes at midnight for good luck.
Spain
Oh, the weather outside is frightful
But the fire is so delightful
And since we've no place to go.......
Let it Snow! Let it Snow! Let it Snow!
Which fairy tale was the first gingerbread houses inspired by?
Hansel & Gretel
Which actor plays Santa Claus/Scott Calvin in The Santa Clause 1, 2, and 3?
Tim Allen
What is an alternative way of writing "Christmas"?
"Xmas"
This 15th Century Bavarian word is the traditional meaning of Christmas tree and for what country.
What is Germany and "Tannenbaum"?
Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
The modern Christmas tree originated in Germany, where families set up a paradise tree in their homes on December 24, the religious feast day of Adam and Eve.
The 3 gifts that the wisemen brought to Jesus at the manger
Gold, frankincense, and mur
"Walking in the ______ __________"
Winter Wonderland
Children leave this out for Santa at night in England
Mince Pie
How many Home Alone movies are there?
6
What is made in the snow, and also put on top of the tree?
an Angel.
This patron saint of Sweden is often played by the oldest daughter who enters the home during Christmas wearing a white dress, red sash, and a crown of candles. She is usually bearing food, such as a plate of cookies.
Who is Santa Lucia?
What fruit is traditionally put inside a Christmas stocking?
Some believe the festive tradition of putting oranges or clementine in Christmas stockings started in America during the Great Depression in the 1930s when families struggled to afford gifts so left the small piece of fruit in their children's stocking instead.
What color are mistletoe berries?
White
In the song "12 Days of Christmas", what was on the 10th day?
10 lords-a-leaping
Who wrote the famous book "A Christmas Carol"?
Charles Dickens
Name the 4 ghosts that visit Ebenezer Scrooge in A Christmas Carol.
The Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future
Jacob Marley
About how many percent of Americans celebrate Christmas?
85%
This weeklong celebration between December 26th and January 1st honors African-American culture, honors family & ancestors, and often culminates with gift giving and a big feast.
What is Kwanzaa?
What is the name for the Holiday that follows Christmas on December 26th?
Boxing Day
What were the children drinking in the first commercially produced Christmas cards by Henry Cole?
Wine