HOLIDAY HISTORY
This U.S. president officially made Thanksgiving a national holiday in 1863
Abraham Lincoln
This country is widely credited with popularizing the decorated evergreen Christmas tree
Germany
The candle used to light the other Hanukkah candles is known as this
The shamash
This 1990 holiday movie features a young boy left behind while his family flies to Paris.
What is Home Alone?
This cookie is the most traditionally left out for Santa in the United States
Chocolate chip cookies
The practice of sending holiday cards began in the 1840s in this country
England
On New Year’s Eve, many in Spain eat this number of grapes for good luck
Twelve
In the 1800s, doctors prescribed this fizzy beverage for stomach issues.
What is Coca-Cola?
This pop diva’s 1994 hit “All I Want for Christmas Is You” is considered the most streamed Christmas song of all time.
Who is Mariah Carey?
This red-and-white striped sweet is often hung on Christmas trees
Candy cane
The first New Year’s Eve ball drop took place in this iconic New York location
Times Square
In Japan, it is common for families to enjoy this fast-food chain’s meal on Christmas
KFC
Doctors in ancient Egypt used this unusual material to help set broken bones.
What is honey?
In the classic Christmas TV special Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, what is the name of Rudolph’s love interest?
Who is Clarice?
This warm drink made with milk, sugar, eggs, and spices is a holiday classic
Eggnog
This winter holiday was officially recognized as a federal holiday in the United States in 1870
Christmas
In Venezuela, families attend early morning church services by traveling in this unique way
What is roller-skating?
This famous Italian artist dissected human bodies to study anatomy and improve his art.
Who is Leonardo da Vinci?
This 1980s holiday charity anthem featured artists like Bono, George Michael, and Boy George raising money for famine relief.
What is Do They Know It’s Christmas?
Originally from Germany, this spicy baked treat is often shaped into people, especially around Christmas
Gingerbread
This ancient festival, celebrated near the winter solstice, is often associated with feasting, gift-giving, and evergreen decorations
Saturnalia
n Icelandic folklore, this group of mischievous characters arrives one per night to bring gifts or play pranks
he Yule Lads
Some hospitals use this animal in therapy to calm and comfort patients
What are llamas?
This popular Christmas tune was originally meant for Thanksgiving and is the oldest copyrighted Christmas song.
What is Jingle Bells?
This holiday dessert, filled with dried fruit and sometimes soaked in alcohol, is traditionally set aflame before serving
Christmas pudding (or Figgy pudding)