Christmas movies
What’s the name of the family featured in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation?
The Griswolds
What song was initially condemned by the Roman Catholic Church for allegedly portraying an adulterous affair?
Per a recent holiday fad, what “spy” hides around the house, reporting back to Santa on who has been naughty and nice?
Elf on the Shelf
Which festive sweet treat is shaped to resemble a shepherd’s staff?
Candy Cane
What do children typically get in their stockings if they’re on the Naughty List?
A lump of coal
In “A Christmas Story,” what happens to Ralphie’s friend as a result of a “triple-dog dare” from another classmate?
He gets his tongue stuck to a flagpole
In the song “Frosty the Snowman,” what made Frosty come to life?
An old silk hat
What Christmas-themed ballet premiered in Saint Petersburg, Russia in 1892?
The Nutcracker
What name is given to small sausages wrapped in bacon or breading?
Pigs in a blanket
In the early 1800s, the first gingerbread houses were reportedly inspired by what famous fairy tale?
Hansel and Gretel
What is the name of the Grinch's dog?
Max
In what song do you hear about a partridge in a pear tree?
The Twelve Days of Christmas
What Christmas decoration was originally made from strands of silver?
Tinsel
In what country do people celebrate Christmas by eating chicken from KFC?
In what country did the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree originate?
Germany
In A Christmas Carol, how many ghosts visit Scrooge?
Four
What Bing Crosby song is the best-selling single ever?
White Christmas
True or False: Studies show that the average American gains three pounds over the holidays.
False: it's closer to one pound
True or False: Eggnog is America’s least favorite winter beverage.
False. According to YouGov, it’s America’s second favorite, right behind hot chocolate
How many Christmas cards are sent out each year?
A. 1.5 million
B. 2 billion
C. 4 billion
B. 2 billion
What holiday movie sequel includes a cameo by Donald Trump?
Home Alone 2
Which classic Christmas carol contains the lyric “Strike the harp and join the chorus?”
Deck the Halls
The celebrated “Christmas Truce” temporarily halted fighting during what war?
World War 1
What is the most popular Christmas cookie in the U.S.?
Chocolate chip
The first artificial Christmas tree was made in the 19th century using the feathers of what bird?
Goose
In “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” what does Jack Skellington mistakenly call Old Saint Nick?
Sandy Claws
Elmo Shropshire wrote what comedy song about a fateful Christmas accident caused by too much eggnog?
“Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer”
What word for Christmas or a Christmas carol was borrowed from French?
Noel
Which food and drink company helped popularise the image of Santa Claus’ red and white outfit?
Coca Cola
In one oddball tradition, an ornament shaped like what food item is hidden on the Christmas tree?
A pickle
According to the Buddy the Elf, what are the four main food groups?
Candy, candy canes, candy corns, and syrup
What well-known Christmas carol became the first song ever broadcast from space in 1965?
Jingle Bells
What figure from English folklore came to be associated with Santa Claus?
Father Christmas
Which fruit is traditionally included inside a Christmas stocking?
An orange
In which country did the tradition of sending Christmas cards begin?
England
Which actor from Harry Potter plays a character in Love Actually?
Alan Rickman
In the song “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,” what type of pudding is called for?
Figgy pudding
What environmentalist U.S. president banned Christmas trees at the White House?
President Theodore Roosevelt
Which spirit is traditionally poured on top of a Christmas pudding and then lit?
Brandy
"O Holy Night" is one of the most beloved Christmas carols. In which language was the original version, titled "Minuit, chrétiens," written?
French
What is the profession of Cameron Diaz’s character in The Holiday?
Movie trailer producer
Who originally sang "Rockin around the Christmas tree"
Brenda Lee
What word for the Christmas season derives from an ancient Germanic pagan holiday?
What is the most popular vegetarian alternative to Turkey as a Christmas dinner main?
A. Tofu
B. Nut roast
C. Tempeh pie
B. Nut roast
According to legend, the tradition of hanging stockings dates back to Saint Nicholas. What were the first stocking stuffers? Hint: They weren’t toys.
Gold coins
In what year did “A Charlie Brown Christmas” first air?
A. 1955
B. 1960
C. 1965
C. 1965
What is the opening line of ‘The Christmas Song’ popularly sung by Nat King Cole?
"Chestnuts roasting on an open fire"
Are Santa’s reindeer male or female?
Answer: Female. Male reindeer lose their antlers in November, while female reindeer keep their antlers through the winter. Most depictions of Santa’s reindeer show antlers, which means they are female.
What was the traditional meat eaten during Christmas dinner before turkey became popular?
Goose
Which U.S. state was the first to officially recognise Christmas as a public holiday in 1836, setting the precedent for the nation?
Alabama
In Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, what does Hermey wish he could be instead of an elf?
a dentist
Name ALL of the items in the 12 days of Christmas
1 Partridge in a pear tree
2 Turtle doves
3 French Hens
4 Calling birds
5 Golden rings
6 Geese a-laying
7 Swans a -swimming
8 Maids a-milking
9 Ladies dancing
10 Lords a-leaping
11 Pipers piping
12 Drummers drumming
Name all Santa's reindeer EXCLUDING Rudolph
1. Dasher
2. Dancer
3. Prancer
4. Vixen
5. Comet
6. Cupid
7. Donner
8. Blitzen
Traditionally, what Christmas treat did single women looking for a husband eat during Christmas for good luck?
A gingerbread man
What gifts did the Three Kings, or wise men, bring to baby Jesus?
Gold, frankincense and myrrh