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Where did the celebration of Christmas originate?
Rome
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What is the scientific name for the Christmas plant with red and green leaves?
Poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima)
What 2003 Christmas comedy film features Will Ferrell as Buddy, a human raised by elves at the North Pole?
Elf
According to the carol, what did my true love give to me on the third day of Christmas?
Three French hens.
In which country is it common to celebrate "La Befana," a kind old witch who delivers gifts to children on Epiphany Eve?
Italy
In Dr. Seuss' "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," what is the Grinch's dog's name?
Max
In Scandinavian folklore, what animal is believed to be a helper of Santa Claus, pulling his sleigh?
The reindeer.
What nut is used in the classic recipe for a Christmas Yule Log (Bûche de Noël)?
Chestnuts.
Which country is credited with the tradition of the Christmas tree?
Germany
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What is the term for a snowflake with six sides and six points?
Hexagonal
In the movie "Home Alone," what city does the McCallister family accidentally leave Kevin in during Christmas vacation?
Chicago
In "Silent Night," what is calm and bright?
Holy night
In what country might you find the Christmas season celebrated with a "White Christmas" festival, despite it being summer in December?
Australia
What Christmas ballet is based on a story by E.T.A. Hoffmann and features the Sugar Plum Fairy?
The Nutcracker
The song "The Twelve Days of Christmas" begins on what date?
December 25
What candy, shaped like a shepherd's crook, is a popular Christmas treat?
Candy canes.
In the United Kingdom and some other Commonwealth countries, what is celebrated on Boxing Day?
The day after Christmas, a day for giving to the less fortunate
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What is the process by which water vapor turns into ice crystals in the air, creating delicate patterns on surfaces during winter?
Frost
What animated film features Tom Hanks voicing multiple characters, including the train conductor, in a journey to the North Pole?
The Polar Express
According to "The Twelve Days of Christmas," what did my true love give to me on the 10th day?
Ten lords a-leaping.
What is the traditional Christmas Eve meal in Japan, often consisting of fried chicken?
KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken).
What classic Christmas story involves a train journey to the North Pole and a boy's belief in the magic of Christmas?
The Polar Express" by Chris Van Allsburg
In the movie "Home Alone," where are the McCallister family going on vacation when they leave Kevin behind?
Paris, France.
What spice gives gingerbread its distinctive flavor?
Ginger
Which famous author is credited with popularizing many Christmas traditions through his writings, including the phrase "Merry Christmas"?
Charles Dickens
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What is the traditional Christmas plant known for its bright red berries and green leaves, often used in holiday decorations?
Holly
What Tim Burton film features Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, attempting to take over Christmas?
The Nightmare Before Christmas
According to the song "Feliz Navidad," what does Jose Feliciano want to wish you?
A Merry Christmas.
In what country do children place their shoes by the fireplace on the night of December 24th, hoping to receive gifts from "Père Noël"?
France
Who wrote the novella "The Chimes," a companion piece to "A Christmas Carol"?
Charles Dickens
In the song "Deck the Halls," what is repeated after the line "Fa la la la la, la la la la"?
Tis the season to be jolly.
In the United States, what pie is often associated with Thanksgiving but is also commonly enjoyed during the Christmas season?
Pumpkin pie.
In which year did Christmas become a federal holiday in the United States?
1870
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What is the name of the meteor shower that occurs annually around mid-December?
Geminids
In "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation," what animal is mistakenly brought into the Griswold home?
A squirrel
What is the title of the song that begins with "Chestnuts roasting on an open fire"?
"The Christmas Song."
Which country is credited with the tradition of placing shoes out for St. Nicholas to fill with treats on the night of December 5th?
The Netherlands
Which author created the character Hercule Poirot and wrote "Hercule Poirot's Christmas"?
Agatha Christie
In the story "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," what is the Grinch's heart size after his transformation?
Three sizes too small
What Italian dish is often served on Christmas Eve and consists of a variety of seafood?
Feast of the Seven Fishes.