Christmas History
This plant with red leaves, originally from Mexico, became popular as a Christmas decoration in the U.S. in the 1800s.
The Poinsettia
“Frosty the snowman was a jolly, happy _______.”
Soul
How many staircases are there at the OpenRoad HQ building?
3
This green character tries to stop Christmas from coming by stealing decorations, presents, and even roast beast.
The Grinch
In “Home Alone,” the McCallister family accidentally leaves Kevin behind as they travel to this city for Christmas.
Paris
Legend says this winter gift-giver traveled with a donkey and placed treats in children’s shoes on December 6th.
Saint Nicholas
“Through the years we all will be together, if the _____ allow.”
Fates
How many handicapped parking spots are in the OpenRoad HQ parking lot?
4
This cranky old miser is visited by three spirits who try to change his heart and his attitude toward the holiday.
Ebenezer Scrooge
In “Elf,” Buddy’s biological father works in this famous skyscraper in New York City.
The Empire State Building
This European country is credited with starting the modern tradition of decorated Christmas trees.
Germany
“In the meadow we can build a snowman, and pretend that he is _______ _______.”
Parson Brown
How many bathrooms are in the OpenRoad HQ office?
10
In “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” this character kidnaps Santa Claus so someone else can take over Christmas duties.
Oogie Boogie
In “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” Clark Griswold dreams of building this backyard feature with his bonus money.
A swimming pool
The practice of sending Christmas cards began in the 1840s in this country.
The United Kingdom
“A pair of hob-along boots and a pistol that shoots is the wish of ______ and ______.”
Bonnie / Ben
In whose office at OpenRoad HQ can you find a miniature medieval suit of armor?
Ryan Miller
In “The Chronicles of Narnia,” this icy tyrant uses eternal winter as her rule of power and tempts Edmund with Turkish delight.
The White Witch
In “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” the Grinch’s heart grows this many sizes.
3 sizes
This historic Christin council in the 4th century officially chose December 25th as the date to celebrate Christmas.
The Council of Nicaea
“Said the little ____ to the ______ boy: ‘Do you hear what I hear?’”
Lamb / Shepherd
What piece of artwork is hanging in Momentum - the downstairs, glass conference room?
A lake & mountains
In “Home Alone 2,” this concierge repeatedly tries to catch Kevin in lies and threatens to expose his stay at the hotel.
Mr. Hector
In It’s a Wonderful Life, what is the name of the guardian angel who shows George Bailey what life would be like if he’d never been born?
Clarence Odbody