Christmas Traditions
Holiday Movies and TV Specials
Christmas Carols
Holiday Food and Treats
Christmas History and Legends
100

In what country is it traditional to celebrate Christmas with a feast on Christmas Eve?

Italy

100

What 1983 film follows the life of a young boy named Ralphie and his quest for a Red Ryder BB gun?

A Christmas Story

100

In the song "Jingle Bells," what kind of sleigh is mentioned?

One-horse open sleigh

100

In the United States, what beverage is typically left out for Santa on Christmas Eve?

Milk

100

Which country is credited with the tradition of creating the first Christmas advent calendar?

Germany

200

What is the name of the Christmas tradition where children hang stockings for small gifts?

Stockings

200

In "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," what is the Grinch's dog's name?

Max

200

What Christmas carol contains the line, "Silent night, holy night"?

Silent Night

200

What is the main protein in a traditional Christmas ham?

Pork

200

What is the Italian word for Christmas?

Natale

300

In what country is it a tradition to hide a pickle ornament in the Christmas tree?

Germany

300

In "Elf," what is Buddy's favorite color?

Green

300

According to the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas," what gift is given on the third day?

Three French hens

300

What spicy cookie is often associated with Christmas and originated in Germany?

Gingerbread

300

In what year did Coca-Cola begin using Santa Claus in their advertising, helping to popularize the modern image of Santa?

1931

400

In Mexico, what is the name of the festive piñata often associated with Christmas?

Posada

400

In "Home Alone," where are the McCallisters going on vacation when they leave Kevin behind?

Paris

400

Which Christmas carol includes the line, "Joy to the world, the Lord is come"?

Joy to the World

400

In England, what is the traditional Christmas dessert made with dried fruits and suet?

Christmas pudding

400

What is the title of the classic holiday film that follows the lives of George Bailey and his guardian angel Clarence?

It's a Wonderful Life

500

In Sweden, what is the traditional Christmas beverage made with spices, fruit peels, and spirits?

Glögg

500

In the animated TV special "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer," what is the name of Rudolph's elf friend?

Hermey

500

In "O Holy Night," what is it that is "sweetly gleaming"?

The stars

500

In the movie "Elf," what are the four main food groups according to Buddy?

Candy, candy canes, candy corn, and syrup

500

According to legend, who were the three wise men or kings who visited the baby Jesus?

Caspar, Melchior, and Balthazar

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