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100

What fruit is often given to loved ones on Christmas Eve in China?

Apple

100

What year was Mariah Carey's iconic Christmas Song, "All I Want For Christmas Is You," released?

1994

100

This beverage giant was the first company to use Santa Claus in an advertising campaign.

Coca-Cola

100

Which holiday shopping day sparks debate over consumerism and employee working conditions?

Black Friday

100

What is the name of the nine-branched candelabra lit during Hanukkah?

Menorah

200

In Alpine countries like Austria, this horned figure is said to punish naughty children during the Christmas season, acting as a counterpart to St. Nicholas.

Krampus

200

What is the most covered Christmas song?

Silent Night

200

What’s the highest-grossing Christmas movie of all time?

The Grinch (2018)

200

Set during a holiday office party, this film is often debated as to whether it belongs in the Christmas movie canon?

Die Hard

200

In Mexico, what is the traditional procession that is performed in the latter half of December?

Las Posadas

300

In Japan, this American fast-food chain has become a popular choice for Christmas dinner, often ordered months in advance.

KFC

300

In the song "12 Days of Christmas", what is given on the third day?

Three French hens

300

Approximately how many natural Christmas trees are sold in the US each year?

25 to 30 million

300

Which Christmas song was banned by some radio stations due to its lyrics being deemed inappropriate?

Baby, It's Cold Outside

300

This week-long celebration honoring African heritage and culture begins on December 26.

Kwanzaa

400

What modern-day country was Saint Nicholas born in?

Turkey

400

Which artist or musical group has the best selling holiday album of all time?

Elvis Presley

400

Which president declared Christmas a national holiday?

Ulysses S. Grant

400

Which classic Christmas movie's portrayal of angels and suicide led to discussions about its appropriateness for family viewing?

It's a Wonderful Life

400

What is the day after Christmas called in the United Kingdom and several other countries?

Boxing Day

500

What country does the Christmas tree tradition supposedly originate from?

Germany

500

Which Christmas song was originally written for Thanksgiving?

Jingle Bells

500

This 1996 interactive toy was so popular it led to stampedes in stores and an infamous holiday shortage.

Tickle Me Elmo

500

Which modern Christmas movie has sparked an ongoing debate over whether it's a love story or a stalker story?

Love Actually

500

This Hindu Festival of Lights signifies the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.

Diwali

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