Christmas History
What Christmas decoration was originally made from strands of silver?
What is... Tinsel
In the song "Frosty The Snowman" what made Frosty come to life?
What is... An Old Silk Hat
What animated 2004 film is about a train that carries kids to the North Pole on Christmas Eve?
What is... The Polar Express
Jesus' mother Mary was a virgin when she conceived and gave birth to Him. Who or what was responsible for her conception, according to the angel Gabriel (as reported in the Gospel of Luke)?
What is.. The Holy Spirit
The angel Gabriel (in Luke Chapter 1) appeared to Mary and explained that the loving power of the Holy Spirit (God's own Spirit) would overshadow her and she would conceive and give birth to a holy son whose name would be Jesus, and He would save His people from their sins.
What Christmas beverage is also known as "Milk Punch"?
What is... Egg Nog
What Christmas-themed ballet premiered in Saint Petersburg, Russia in 1892?
What is... The Nutcracker
What song was initially condemned by the Roman Catholic Church for allegedly portraying an adulterous affair?
What is... "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus"
Who played George Bailey in the Christmas classic “It’s a Wonderful Life?”
Who is...Jimmy Stewart
How many days after the birth of Christ did Joseph and Mary give him the name Jesus?
What is.. 8 days
It was required by law that eight days after the birth of a son they would circumcise him and name him. They followed the law and circumcised him and named him Jesus, as the angel had told them to, eight days after his birth. This can be found in Luke 2:21.
Per a recent holiday fad, what “spy” hides around the house, reporting back to Santa on who has been naughty and nice?
What is... Elf On The Shelf
In the early 1800s, the first gingerbread houses were reportedly inspired by what famous fairy tale?
What Bing Crosby song is the best-selling single ever?
What is..."White Christmas"
In the movie "Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer", what was the name of the elf who wanted to be a dentist?
Who is... Hermey
What does the name Jesus mean?
What is.. Savior
The angel of the Lord told Joseph, that Mary would give birth to a son and that he Joseph shall call His name Jesus. He was given this name to signify
His calling as an adult and that was to save mankind from sin
What science fiction franchise had its own holiday television special in 1978?
What is... StarWars
The celebrated "Christmas Truce" temporarily halted fighting during what war?
What is... World War I
Who is...Gene Autry
Which Christmas movie did Tyler, The Creator recently make a soundtrack for?
What is...The Grinch (2018)
What was the name of the prophet whom Christians believe predicted the birth of Mary's boy child?
Who is... Isaiah
The prophet Isaiah prophesied that a maiden ('almah') would one day bear a son and call His name Immanuel (translated "God with us") Isaiah 7:14.
Many years later, an angel spoke to Joseph in a dream informing him of Mary's role in the nativity and this same prediction was refered to. Matthew 1:20-25
What brand of scooter was a must have Christmas gift for children in the year 2000?
According to legend, the tradition of hanging stockings dates back to Saint Nicholas. What were the first stocking stuffers? *Hint they were not toys*
What are... Gold coins
The song "Jingle Bells" was originally written to celebrate what holiday?
What is... Thanksgiving
In the movie "A Christmas Story" what was the name of the next door neighbors whose dogs ate the Christmas turkey?
Who are...The Bumpuses
What is the name of the person who was told he would not die until he saw the Savior?
Who is... Simeon
Simeon. Luke 2:25, 26
What is... Japan