Music
Which 1987 collaboration between Kirsty MacColl and The Pogues tells the story of a couple in New York at Christmas?
Fairytale of New York
In the 1990 film Home Alone, where did the McCallister family travel to?
Paris, France
What guided the Wise Men to the place where Jesus was born?
A Star
In Italy, sweet bread loaf is commonly enjoyed at Christmas?
Panettone
The French word Noel is often used in Christmas, but what was its original meaning in Latin?
A: Birth
B: Love
C: Prosperity
A: Birth
Which band shouted “It’s Christmas!” in their 1973 hit?
Slade
Which 1988 film is often debated as a Christmas movie?
Die Hard
What was the name of the Angel who announced Jesus’ birth to Mary.
Gabriel
What were mince pies traditionally once made with?
Mince
In what decade the NORAD start tracking Santa Claus on Christmas Eve?
A: 1960s
B: 1950s
C: 1980s
D: 1990s
B: 1950s
In what year did Band Aid release Do They Know It’s Christmas?
1984
Which 1947 film (later remade in 1994) tells the story of Kris Kringle proving his identity in court?
Miracle on 34th Street
What did Joseph do for a living?
He was a carpenter
Which savoury dish made from goose liver and spices has long been considered a Christmas delicacy?
Pâté
In what country was Saint Nicholas born?
A: Greece
B: Turkey
C: Italy
D: Cyprus
B: Turkey
Who performed the duet Little Drummer Boy/Peace on Earth on TV?
Bing Crosby and David Bowie
Which actor plays almost all of the characters in The Polar Express?
Tom Hanks
What animal is not mentioned in the biblical nativity story, despite often appearing in nativity scenes?
Donkey
In Victorian England, what coin was traditionally hidden inside a Christmas pudding for good luck?
A sixpence
Which language is the origin of the word Xmas?
A: Spanish
B: Italian
C: Turkish
D: Greek
D: Greek
Which year did Elton John release Step Into Christmas?
1973
In the move Elf, what is the name of the department store Buddy the elf works at?
Gimbles
What country did Mary and Joseph live after traveling to Bethlehem?
Egypt
What Scandinavian festive drink is made with mulled wine and spices?
Glögg
What is the most popular meal for Christmas in Japan?
A: KFC
B: Boiled eggs
C: Sushi
D: Apple pie
A: KFC