Christmas History
Which famous Christmas figure is based on the real-life Saint Nicholas of Myra, known for his generosity towards the poor?
Santa Claus
In the movie "Home Alone," where is the McCallister family going on vacation when they accidentally leave Kevin behind?
Paris
In which country is it traditional to eat KFC for Christmas dinner?
Japan.
What holiday song includes the lyrics, "In the meadow we can build a snowman, and pretend that he is Parson Brown"?
Winter Wonderland
What Christmas decoration is made from a parasitic plant, and people traditionally kiss underneath it?
Mistletoe.
What classic Christmas song was originally written for thanksgiving?
Jingle bells
In "A Christmas Story," what gift does Ralphie desperately want for Christmas?
A Red Ryder BB gun
In Ukraine, what unusual item is often placed on Christmas trees as a symbol of good luck, thought to represent a tale involving a poor widow who couldn't afford to decorate a tree?
Spider webb
What song holds the title for being the best-selling single of all time?
White Chirstmas
According to legend, what holiday villain accompanies Saint Nicholas and is responsible for punishing misbehaving children in some European countries?
Krampus.
The name "Boxing Day," celebrated on December 26th in many countries, traditionally refers to the practice of giving what to servants and tradespeople?
A "Christmas box" containing gifts or bonuses
In "The Polar Express," what item does the boy lose on the train that is eventually returned to him on Christmas morning?
A silver bell
In which country is it a Christmas tradition to hide a pickle ornament in the Christmas tree, with the child who finds it receiving an extra gift?
Germany (known as the Christmas Pickle tradition).
Who originally sang "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" in 1958?
Brenda Lee
Which reindeer is Rudolph's father, according to the classic TV special?
Donner
The poinsettia plant, often associated with Christmas, is native to which country?
Mexico
In the movie "Die Hard," what is the name of the building where the story takes place?
Nakatomi Plaza.
what unique form of transportation do the people in Venezuela use to get to church services on is it Christmas morning?
Roller skates
Which Christmas song was the first ever to be broadcast from outer space?
Jingle bells
What was the first company to use Santa Claus in an advertisement?
Coca-Cola.
What country is known to have started putting up chrismtas trees for christmas?
Germany
In "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation," what does Clark Griswold plan to buy with his expected Christmas bonus?
A swimming pool.
In which Scandinavian country is a large straw goat, known as the "Yule Goat," often burned in celebration, despite being illegal to do so?
Sweden.
Written during the Cuban Missile Crisis, which Christmas song was intended as a plea for peace?
"Do You Hear What I Hear?"
In the 12 Days of Christmas, what gift is given on the eighth day?
eight maids a-milking.