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What plant is traditionally hung, and couples kiss underneath it?
Mistletoe
In Home Alone, where is the McCallister family traveling when they leave Kevin behind?
Paris
Complete the lyrics: "Jingle bells, jingle bells..."
Jingle all the way.
Which saint is Santa Claus based on?
Saint Nicholas
What Jewish holiday often coincides with the Christmas season?
Hanukkah
What do children leave out for Santa on Christmas Eve in the United States?
Milk and cookies
What is the name of the Grinch’s dog in How the Grinch Stole Christmas?
Max
What song begins with “I’m dreaming of a white Christmas”?
White Christmas
In what year was Christmas declared a federal holiday in the United States?
1870
In Sweden, what is the name of the December 13th festival honoring a saint with candles?
Saint Lucia Day
What is traditionally hidden inside a British Christmas pudding?
a coin
Who stars as Buddy the Elf in the movie Elf?
Will ferrel
In The Twelve Days of Christmas, what is given on the fifth day?
Five gold rings
What Roman festival influenced some Christmas traditions?
Saturnalia
What African-American holiday celebrates heritage and community from December 26 to January 1?
Kwanzaa
Which country started the tradition of the Christmas tree?
Germany
In The Polar Express, what word does the boy on the train choose for his sleigh bell?
Believe
What Christmas carol includes the lyrics “O tidings of comfort and joy”?
God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen
In what century was the first written record of Christmas celebrated on December 25th?
4th century (336 AD)
In Mexico, what is the name of the nine-day Christmas celebration that ends with a piñata?
Las posadas
In Icelandic tradition, what are the names of the mischievous trolls that visit children during Christmas?
The Yule Lads
In A Christmas Story, what is the “official Red Ryder” gift Ralphie dreams of?
A BB gun (Red Ryder Carbine Action 200-shot Range Model Air Rifle)
Who originally recorded Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree in 1958?
Brenda Lee
Which country is credited with starting the first Christmas market?
Germany
In Japan, what is a popular meal on Christmas Day?
Fried chicken