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In the song “Frosty the Snowman,” what made Frosty come to life?
An old silk hat
What Christmas decoration was originally made from strands of silver?
Tinsel
Who played George Bailey in the Christmas classic “It’s a Wonderful Life?”
Jimmy Stewart
Per a recent holiday fad, what “spy” hides around the house, reporting back to Santa on who has been naughty and nice?
The Elf on the Shelf
What Christmas beverage is also known as “milk punch?”
Eggnog
One of Santa’s reindeer shares a name with a famous symbol of Valentine’s Day. Which reindeer is that?
Cupid
What Christmas-themed ballet premiered in Saint Petersburg, Russia in 1892?
The Nutcracker
In 1981, Bob and Doug McKenzie released their own version of a classic Christmas song. Which song is that?
The Twelve Days of Christmas
What animated 2004 film is about a train that carries kids to the North Pole on Christmas Eve?
The Polar Express
What much-reviled Christmas edible is known for its long shelf life?
Fruitcake
In Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” what was Mr. Scrooge’s first name?
Ebenezer
What Bing Crosby song is the best-selling single ever?
White Christmas
In the early 1800s, the first gingerbread houses were reportedly inspired by what famous fairy tale?
Hansel and Gretel
“Miracle on 34th Street” centers on what real-life department store?
Macy’s
In the song “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer,” what “incriminating” evidence was found on Grandma’s back?
Claus marks
How many reindeer are featured in the poem “Twas the Night Before Christmas?
8
What traditional Christmas decoration is actually a parasitic plant?
Mistletoe
In “The Muppet Christmas Carol,” who played Scrooge? Hint: It wasn’t a muppet
Michael Caine
What beverage company has been using Santa Claus in its advertising since 1931?
Coca-Cola
According to legend, what holiday goodies were shaped to resemble a shepherd’s staff, as a way to remind children of the shepherds who visited baby Jesus?
Candy canes
What figure from English folklore came to be associated with Santa Claus?
Father Christmas
According to the folklore of Austria and other countries, what horned figure punishes naughty children at Christmastime?
Krampus
In the TV special “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” what three words best describe the Grinch?
Stink, stank, stunk
In what modern-day country was Saint Nicholas born?
Turkey
According to the Buddy the Elf, what are the four main food groups?
Candy, candy canes, candy corns, and syrup