Christmas History
In what country did the custom of putting up a Christmas tree originate?
Germany
Who wrote "How The Grinch Stole Christmas "
Dr. Suess
Which classic Christmas song opens with the lyrics "Chestnuts roasting on an open fire"?
The Christmas Song
What is the best way to spread Christmas cheer?
Singing loud for all to hear
What northeastern US state holds the Guinness record for largest snowman? (122ft and 1in)
Maine
About how long does the average Christmas tree take to grow?
7 years
Who is famous for saying "ba humbug"
Ebenezer Scrooge
In the song "Jingle Bells," what type of sleigh is mentioned?
one-horse open sleigh
In the polar express what is the first gift Santa gives to the main character?
A bell
What Christian group banned Christmas in Boston?
The Puritans
What is the dutch equivalent to American elf?
Naughty Nusaleina
Who made the first Christmas light?
Thomas Edison
How were the writer of the story Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeerand the writer of the song Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer related?
They were brothers-in-law
What is the most popular Christmas movie of all time?
Its a wonderful life
In what century was the first written use of Xmas?
The 16th century
The fairy tale that inspired the first gingerbread houses.
Hansel & Gretel
Which Christmas Figure can be known for giving kids Oranges?
Saint Nicholas.
In what country did Silent Night originate?
Austria
In the film "Home Alone," what is the name of the fictional gang that Harry and Marv, the burglars, belong to?
Wet Bandits.
In what year did Charles Dickens publish his famous novella "A Christmas Carol"?
Published in 1843
The modern Santa Claus is mainly a mix of what two figures?
Saint Nicholas and Father Christmas
Who announced Christmas as a US national holiday?
Ulysses S. Grant
In the song "Last Christmas" by Wham!, what instrument is played during the instrumental break?
Saxophone
In the film "Elf," what is Buddy's father's name, and what job does he have in New York City?
Book Publisher