Movies
In the movie Elf, Buddy travels through the seven levels of the Candy Cane Forest and the sea of swirly-twirly gumdrops to reach this city.
New York City
This US President is often credited with being the first to have a Christmas tree inside the White House.
Franklin Pierce
Finish the line...
"Then one foggy Christmas Eve, Santa came to say..."
"Rudolph with your nose so bright, won't you guide my sleigh tonight?"
In Mexico, it is tradition to break these colorful star-shaped containers filled with candy.
Piñatas
Every snowflake is unique, but they almost always have this many sides or "arms."
six
In Home Alone, Kevin McCallister’s family accidentally leaves him behind when they fly to this European capital
Paris, France
The real "Santa Claus" was a 4th-century bishop named St. Nicholas who lived in what is now this modern-day country.
Turkey
According to the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas," what did my true love give to me on the fifth day?
Five Golden Rings
Residents of this country often eat KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken) for their Christmas dinner.
Japan
This astronomical event, usually occurring around December 21st, marks the shortest day of the year.
The Winter Solstice
This character, created by Dr. Seuss, tries to stop Christmas from coming by stealing every gift and decoration in Whoville.
The Grinch
In 1843, Sir Henry Cole commissioned the first-ever commercial version of these, which we still mail today.
Christmas Cards
In the song "Frosty the Snowman," what was the "magic" item that brought Frosty to life?
An old silk hat
In Germany and Austria, this "half-goat, half-demon" figure is said to punish children who have been naughty.
Krampus
Reindeer are the only deer species where both the males and the females grow these.
Antlers
In The Polar Express, what is the first gift of Christmas?
A bell from Santa's sleigh
Which beverage company is famous for "standardizing" the modern look of Santa Claus (red suit, white beard) in their 1930s ads?
Coca-Cola
This popular holiday song was actually originally written for Thanksgiving.
Jingle Bells
In which country would you find Santa arriving on a surfboard or a "Ute" because it's the middle of summer?
Australia
What is the scientific name for the "Northern Lights" often seen in cold, snowy climates?
Aurora Borealis
What is the name of the reindeer who is the son of Donner in the classic 1964 stop-motion special?
Rudolph
In the 1800s, this "creepy" tradition involved telling stories about these spirits, as mentioned in the song "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year."
Ghost Stories
In "Deck the Halls," what specific type of "bough" are you supposed to use to decorate?
Holly
Every year, the city of Oslo, Norway, sends a giant Christmas tree to this UK city as a thank-you for help during WWII.
London
Most Christmas trees are "Conifers," meaning they reproduce using these instead of flowers.
Cones or Pinecones