Christmas Traditions
This popular Christmas plant is known for its bright red and green leaves and is often used as a decoration.
Pointsetta
In "A Christmas Carol", who were the ghosts that appeared to Scrooge?
The Ghost of Christmas Past, Present, and Future
In Jingle Bells, what type of vehicle is mentioned in the song?
A one-horse open sleigh
Which country is credited with starting the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
Germany
Who plays the character of Buddy the Elf?
Will Ferrell
This popular drink is only available around Christmas
Eggnog
In Home Alone, where does the McCallister family go on vacation, leaving Kevin behind?
Paris
What song begins with the lyrics, “Sleigh bells ring, are you listening, in the lane, snow is glistening”?
Winter Wonderland
Santa's Real Name is This. NOT SAINT.
Kris Kringle
What’s the name of Buddy's adoptive father who raises him at the North Pole?
Papa Elf
In what country is it traditional to serve a sweet bread called "Panettone" during Christmas?
Italy
In A Christmas Story, what does Ralphie want for Christmas that causes him to get into trouble at school?
A Red Ryder BB gun
In the song "12 Days of Christmas", what is given on the first day of Christmas
A Partidge in a Pear Tree
This soda company was the first to use Santa Claus in an advertisement.
Coca Cola
What is the name of the department store where Buddy works?
Gimbels
What is the name of the traditional Christmas figure in Scandinavian folklore who punishes naughty children?
Krampus
In The Polar Express, what magical phrase allows the boy to receive a bell from Santa's sleigh?
"I believe"
In the song The 12 Days of Christmas, what is given on the 5th day?
Five Golden Rings
This holiday tradition is known as "Boxing Day" and is celebrated in countries like Canada and the UK. What day does it fall on?
December 26
Who plays Jovie, the woman Buddy falls in love with?
Zooey Deschanel
In this country, the Christmas holiday lasts from December 24 to January 6, and includes a tradition of "The Three Kings' Day," or "Dia de los Reyes."
Spain
This Christmas movie has been played more than any other
Elvis Sings About this kind of Christmas
Blue Christmas
What are the names of Santa’s reindeer (there are nine).
Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, and Blitzen (and Rudolph)
What is the name of Buddy’s real father?
Walter Hobbs