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100

Which river, known for its scenic beauty and iconic gorge, runs through the heart of Portland?

Willamette River

100

In the movie "Home Alone," which city did the McCallister family visit for vacation?

Paris

100

What popular Christmas beverage is also known as "milk punch"?

Eggnog

100

In the song "Jingle Bells," how many horses are pulling the sleigh?

One horse

100
What city hosted the 2023 Super Bowl?

Glendale, Arizona

200

Which national park in Washington state, encompassing diverse ecosystems from temperate rainforests to rugged coastline, was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and International Biosphere Reserve?

Olympic National Park

200

In which country is it customary to hide a pickled cucumber in the Christmas tree, and the person who finds it gets a special present?

Germany

200

What is the traditional Christmas meal in England that involves a bird stuffed inside a bird (a small bird inside a larger one)?

Turducken (Turkey, Duck, and Chicken)

200

In "Beauty and the Beast," what is the name of Gaston's loyal sidekick?

LeFou

200

What is the name of the Barbie played by Kate McKinnon in the Barbie movie?

Weird Barbie

300

In addition to being the largest city in the Pacific Northwest, what is Seattle often referred to as due to its lush surroundings?

Emerald City

300

Which country celebrates "Las Posadas," a nine-day celebration leading up to Christmas, reenacting Joseph and Mary's search for a place to stay?

Mexico

300

What creamy and rich Italian liqueur, often enjoyed as a dessert drink during Christmas, features flavors of almonds and vanilla?

Amaretto

300

What is the name of the mystical river that plays a significant role in "Frozen II"?

Ahtohallan

300

Which movie cleaned up at the Oscars by winning seven awards, including Best Picture?

Everything Everywhere All At Once

400

Oregon is the only state in the U.S. with a flag depicting what two-sided animal?

Beaver and reverse side has a golden eagle

400

Which U.S. state was the first to declare Christmas a legal holiday?

Alabama (in 1836)

400
In what country may children leave out cold beer or a glass of milk along with cookies or biscuits for Santa?

Australia

400

 What is the name of the evil fairy in Disney's "Sleeping Beauty"?

Maleficent

400

Women in this country voted in a meeting for the first time ever

Vatican City

500

Which explorer was the first European to reach the Pacific Northwest in 1778, sailing into present-day Washington state?

Captain James Cook

500

According to legend, who was the fourth wise man who didn't make it to Bethlehem to see Jesus because he stopped to help someone in need?

Artaban

500

What spicy, aromatic ingredient, commonly associated with Christmas, is made from the dried berries of a tropical evergreen tree?

Cinnamon

500

What is the name of the lava demon that Moana and Maui confront in their quest?

Te Kā

500

In April which country became the 31st country to join NATO?

Finland

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