christmas movies
christmas songs
christmas traditions
holiday foods and drinks
santa claus lore
100

What 1990 movie features a boy left alone to defend his house during Christmas?

home alone

100

Finish the lyrics: “Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the…”

way

100

What country is credited with starting the tradition of the Christmas tree?

germany

100

What holiday beverage is also known as “milk punch”?

eggnog

100

What is the name of Santa’s reindeer with a glowing red nose?

rudolph

200

What is the name of the Grinch's dog in How the Grinch Stole Christmas?

max

200

What Christmas song includes the lyrics “You better watch out, you better not cry”?

santa clause is coming to town

200

In which country do people often eat KFC for Christmas dinner?

japan

200

What is the name of the traditional German Christmas cake made with nuts, fruits, and spices?

stollen

200

What is Santa’s original name in the Netherlands?

sinterklaas

300

In Elf, what does Buddy mix together for dinner

spaghetti and maple syrup

300

What popular holiday song was originally written for Thanksgiving?

jingle bells

300

In Iceland, what Christmas creature leaves gifts or potatoes in children’s shoes

yule lads

300

What is the main fruit used in a traditional British Christmas pudding?

raisins 

300

In The Night Before Christmas, what are Santa’s cheeks compared to?

roses

400

In A Christmas Story, what does Ralphie want for Christmas?

red ridder bb gun

400

Which Christmas carol includes the line “Glory to the newborn King”?

hark. the barely angel sings

400

In Mexico, what is the name of the Christmas celebration that includes reenactments of Mary and Joseph’s search for shelter?

las posadas

400

What red and white striped candy is a popular Christmas treat?

candy canes

400

 According to legend, what is Santa’s wife’s first name?

jessica

500

What famous Christmas movie was based on the short story The Greatest Gift?

it’s a wonderful life

500

What holiday hit was recorded by Brenda Lee at just 13 years old?

rocking around the christmas tree

500

What European country celebrates Christmas with a witch named La Befana?

italy

500

In Sweden, what festive dessert is made from almonds and rice?

rice pudding

500

What is the name of the holiday character who fills shoes with treats in German folklore?

st. nicholas

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