Christmas Food
This traditional Christmas beverage is made from eggs, milk, sugar and spices like nutmeg or cinnamon.
What is eggnog?
Eggnog, a creamy and spiced beverage, has been enjoyed for centuries and is often associated with Christmas. The term "nog" is believed to have originated from the word "noggin," a small wooden mug used to serve drinks, giving rise to the name "eggnog."
The number of french hens in the song, 'The twelve days of Christmas'.
What is 3?
12 Drummers Drumming
11 Pipers Piping
10 Lords a Leaping
9 Ladies Dancing
8 Maids a Milking
7 Swans a Swimming
6 Geese a Laying
5 Golden Rings
4 Calling Birds
3 French Hens
2 Turtle Doves
and a Partridge in a Pear Tree
This 2004 animated movie is about a train that takes children to the North Pole on Christmas Eve.
What is The Polar Express?
Fun fact: Tom Hanks provided the voice for several characters in the film, including the conductor and the narrator.
The name of the plant often used to decorate homes during Christmas, with its bright red and green leaves.
What are poinsettias?
This Christian saint is better known as Santa Claus.
Who is Saint Nicholas?
Fun fact: Saint Nicholas was a 4th century Christian saint known for his acts of generosity and gift giving.
These peppermint-flavored candies shaped into the form of a shepherd's crook, symbolize the shepherds' presence at the birth of Jesus.
What are candy canes?
The candy cane, as we know it today, is believed to have originated in Europe in the 17th century. It is said that the choirmaster at the Cologne Cathedral in Germany wanted to find a way to keep children quiet during the long nativity service. He decided to ask a local candy maker to create sweet sticks for the children to enjoy.
Known as the best selling Christmas single of all time, "White Christmas" was recorded by this artist in 1942.
Who is Bing Crosby?
"White Christmas" by Bing Crosby holds the Guinness World Record for being the best-selling single of all time. Since its release in 1942, it has sold an estimated 50 million copies worldwide.
This actor played the role of Buddy in a movie about a human raised by elves.
Who is Will Ferrell?
Fun fact: Will Ferrell was not the original choice for Buddy the Elf. Back when the script was first being shopped around in the 90's, producers wanted Jim Carrey to play the lead.
The traditional day to put up a Christmas tree in the United States.
What is the day after Thanksgiving?
This actor has never played Santa Claus in a movie:
A) Tom Hanks
B) Kurt Russell
C) Tim Allen
D) Matt Damon
Who is Matt Damon?
The Brothers Grimm's fairy tale, "Hansel and Gretel", popularized the idea of a house made entirely out of this food.
What is gingerbread?
Gingerbread houses originated in Germany during the 16th century and were inspired by the fairy tale "Hansel and Gretel." The tradition of making gingerbread houses spread to other countries and has become a beloved holiday activity where people can showcase their creativity by decorating edible structures.
A 1986 Christmas song contains these lyrics:
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance, but you still catch my eye
Tell me baby, do you recognize me
Well, its been a year, it doesnt surprise me
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
but the very next day you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
What is Last Christmas by Wham!
A Red Ryder Carbine Action 200-shot Range Model Air Rifle was the only Christmas present desired by the protagonist of theis classic movie.
What is A Christmas Story?
Fun fact: The Red Ryder BB gun used in the movie was a custom-made non firing replica created specifically for the film. The production team worked to create a visually accurate replica from the original comic strip.
The location in New York City where they place the iconic giant Christmas tree every year.
Where is Rockefeller Center?
Fun fact: The tree is typically a Norway Spruce and is sourced from different areas, selected based on height, fullness and symmetry.
This mischievous creature is said to punish misbehaving children during the Christmas season, according to Nordic folklore.
Who is Krampus?
According to the legend, Krampus would visit homes on the night of December 5th, known as Krampusnacht, to scare and admonish children who had been naughty. He carries chains and a bundle of birth branches to swat or whip these children.
In Japan, it has become a popular custom to eat food from this American fast food chain for dinner on Christmas.
What is KFC?
In Japan, it has become a popular custom to have Kentucky Fried Chicken for Christmas dinner. This unique tradition started in the 1970s after a successful KFC marketing campaign that positioned their fried chicken as a special holiday meal. Today, people in Japan often pre-order their KFC Christmas meals well in advance.
Written by Felix Bernard and Richard B Smith in 1934 and included in the movie Die Hard in 1988, this song describing a picturesque winter scene, while not spcifically mentioning Christmas, has nevertheless become a beloved classic.
What is Walking in a Winter Wonderland?
In the movie "Home Alone," the names of the 2 burglars trying to break into Kevin's house.
Who is Harry and Marv?
The characters were inspired by 2 notorious real-life criminals, called the 'wet bandits,' known for leaving water running in the houses they robbed to flood them.
For Italian-Americans, it is customary to celebrate Christmas Eve with a feast of seven different types of these.
What are fish?
Starting with an ad campaign in 1931, this American company is often credited with popularizing the image of Santa wearing a red suit.
What is Coca Cola?
This type of meat is most commonly served for Christmas dinner in the United States.
What is Ham?
Roasted Ham is a traditional and popular choice for many families during the holiday season and is enjoyed with various sides and accompaniments. According to the National Pork Board, approximately 100 million pounds of ham is purchased in the weeks leading up to Christmas each year.
Finish the line:
Feliz Navidad
Feliz Navidad
Feliz Navidad Prospero Ano Y
What is "felicidad'
In the 2000 film adaptation of 'How the Grinch stole Christmas' starring Jim Carrey, the name of the Grinch's loyal dog.
Who is Max?
Fun fact: Max was played by a mixed breed dog name Kelley who was rescued from a shelter and trained specifically for the role in the movie.
The country where it is tradition to hide a pickled cucumber in the Christmas tree.
What is Germany?
Influenced by German immigrants, who brought various customs to America, it involves hiding a pickle in the tree and having the first person to find it receive an extra gift.
Including Rudolph, the number of reindeer that Santa has.
What is 9?
Rudolph, Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner and Blitzen.