THE NAME OF THE REINDEER
How many reindeer are traditionally known to pull Santa's sleigh?
Answer: Santa's sleigh is traditionally pulled by nine reindeer, including Rudolph.
Which Christmas song begins with the lyrics "Chestnuts roasting on an open fire"?
Answer: "The Christmas Song" (commonly known as "Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire") by Nat King Cole.
In the movie "Home Alone," where are the McCallister family planning to spend Christmas when they leave Kevin behind?
Answer: Paris, France.
How many days does Hanukkah last?
Answer: Hanukkah lasts for eight days.
What are the two most popular names for Santa Claus in other cultures?
Answer: Saint Nicholas and Father Christmas.
Which reindeer is known for having a glowing red nose?
Answer: Rudolph is known for his glowing red nose.
What Christmas carol features the lyrics "O come, all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant"?
Answer: "O Come, All Ye Faithful."
What is the name of the guardian angel who helps George Bailey in "It's a Wonderful Life"?
Answer: Clarence.
What is the name of the candle holder used during Hanukkah?
Answer: The menorah.
Which country is credited with starting the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
Answer: Germany.
What are the names of the eight original reindeer mentioned in "A Visit from St. Nicholas"?
Answer: The eight original reindeer are Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, and Blitzen.
Which Christmas song includes the line "Rockin' around the Christmas tree, have a happy holiday"?
Answer: "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" by Brenda Lee.
In "Elf," what is the name of the department store where Buddy works?
Answer: Gimbels.
What game is traditionally played during Hanukkah using a four-sided spinning top?
Answer: The dreidel game.
In the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas," what gift is given on the seventh day?
Answer: Seven swans a-swimming.
Which two reindeer names mean "thunder" and "lightning" in German?
Answer: Donner and Blitzen mean "thunder" and "lightning" in German.
In which song does Elvis Presley sing about having a "blue" Christmas?
Answer: "Blue Christmas."
What gift does Ralphie want in "A Christmas Story"?
Answer: A Red Ryder BB gun.
What is the traditional fried potato pancake eaten during Hanukkah called?
Answer: Latke.
What is traditionally hidden inside a Christmas pudding?
Answer: A silver coin.
Who created the character of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and when was he introduced?
Answer: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer was created by Robert L. May and introduced in 1939.
Which Christmas song tells the story of a snowman who comes to life?
Answer: "Frosty the Snowman."
Who voices the character of the Grinch in the 2000 live-action film "How the Grinch Stole Christmas"?
Answer: Jim Carrey.
What miracle does Hanukkah celebrate?
Answer: Hanukkah celebrates the miracle of the oil that lasted eight days in the Temple's menorah when there was only enough oil for one day.
In the 1964 TV special "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer," what was the name of Rudolph's elf friend?
Answer: Hermey.