Rumored to be fatally toxic if ingested, this festive holiday flora is nearly harmless if eaten, only slightly irritating the stomach and skin. But if looks could kill
What are poinsettias?
100
Gin is distilled liquor, often spiced with the berries of this cousin to the Christmas tree and member of the conifer family
What is Juniper?
100
I'll Be home for Christmas...
You can count on me
100
this Christmas figure is based off of a 4th century bishop Nikolaos of Myra, who was venerated as a Saint for his generosity and piety
Who is Santa Claus?
200
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What is "You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch"
200
After finding out that its name is derived from an Anglo-Saxon phrase meaning "dung on a twig", one might not be so eager to pucker up underneath this holiday greenery.
What is Mistletoe?
200
I nice cold cup of this Christmas deliciousness will fill you up, but never let you down! Considering it's main ingredients, it's almost like drinking breakfast!
What is Egg Nog?
200
Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer, had a very shiny nose
And if you ever saw it...
You would even say it glows.
200
In Christmas special based on Charles Schulz's comic strip gang, this kid makes one heck of a Christmas shepherd when he dresses himself up in his blue blanket
Who is Linus?
300
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What is O! Tannenbaum
OR
O Christmas Tree
300
Even though they are composed of nearly the exact same element(s), if Santa were to leave you diamonds for Christmas, it would mean you'd behaved much differently than if you were to received this other item
What is Coal
300
Almost as if it were distilled from Candy Canes, this sweet American liqueur is sometimes added to winter warmers for that "extra kick", despite its chilly flavor.
What is Peppermint Schnapps
300
Jingle Bell Jingle Bell Jingle Bell Rock...
...Jingle Bells swing and Jingle bells ring
300
In spite of the happy Christmas tune with his namesake, You'd almost think that he's a vampire with his aversion to direct sunlight and those icy "coal-d" eyes of his...
Who is Frosty the Snowman
400
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What is Santa Baby
400
While urban legend states that St. Nick was first person to decorate a fir tree with lights (candles) and decorations in celebration of Christmas, it was actually this man, the founder of the Protestant religious movement.
Who is Martin Luther
400
this "magnum" beer is released annually during Christmas time featuring a different tree each year on it's label; currently, it's a Ginko Biloba tree.
What is Anchor Steam Christmas Ale
400
On the fifth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me...
...Five golden rings
400
This Christmas icon strays from home with his sidekicks, Hermey, a dentaphilic elf, and a gold-digger named Yukon Jack, and travels to the island of misfit toys in a 1964 Christmas special of the same name.
Who is Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer
500
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What is Nutcracker Suite
500
Many of our Christmas holiday traditions, such as Gift giving, Merrymaking, and feasting, stem from this ancient Roman holiday that was typically celebrated on this day (Dec. 17th) dating as far back as 213 BC
What is Saturnalia
500
Often made a hot holiday punch made typically consisting of fruit, spices, and a base of either hot mulled cider or wine.
What is Wassail?
500
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, Jack frost nipping at your nose...
Yuletide carols being sung by a choir (bonus: and folks dressed up like eskimos)
500
This Christmas character is described as, among other things, "a three decker sauerkraut and toadstool sandwich with arsenic sauce"