Songs
The lyrics to this timeless Christmas song describe a wintery ride in a one-horse open sleigh, but never once mention the word "Christmas"
What is "Jingle Bells?"
Will Ferrell played the oversized North Pole adoptee who sets off to find his father in this 2003 Christmas classic.
The wise men brought these gifts for Jesus, not the most useful items to give a child.
What are gold, frankincense and myrrh?
These classic Christmas sweets begin as striped loaves before a machine pulls and twists it into thin, hook-shaped treats.
What are candy canes?
These barnyard beasts kept time for a humble percussionist in the Christmas carol, "The Little Drummer Boy."
What are the ox and lamb?
Jim Carrey's grumpy green gremlin lays siege to this town in the 2000 film "How the Grinch Stole Christmas."
What is Whoville?
This holiday, observed in the U.K. on the day after Christmas, originated as a way for the rick to give their servants boxes of items to share with their families.
What is Boxing Day?
To what country did Jesus' family escape to after they were warned of the King's death threat to Jesus?
What is Egypt?
Edible houses with candy decorations are made from this traditional baked substance.
What is gingerbread?
This ex-Beatle wrote and recorded "Wonderful Christmastime" in 1980 for his second solo album.
Who is Paul McCartney?
In 1994's "The Santa Claus," Tim Allen's character takes over as Santa after this accident kills the original Santa Clause.
What is falling off a roof?
During the holidays, this famous New York City landmark features a colossal Christmas tree and a popular ice-skating rink.
What is Rockefeller Center?
What are Mark and John?
In "We Wish You a Merry Christmas," the carolers threaten to stay put until they receive this proper English dish.
What is figgy pudding?
In "Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer," Grandma had been drinking too much of this festive holiday beverage.
What is eggnog?
In Home Alone, what is the name of the pizza place the McCallister's order from?
What is Little Nero's Pizza?
In Germany, this frightening anti-Satna Claus with goat hooves and horns punishes children who misbehave instead of bringing them gifts.
Who (or what) is Krampus?
This prophet declared "Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel."
Who is Isaiah?
Consumers buy an estimated two million of these sugary Christmas loaves each year, a surprising amount for a dessert many people love to hate.
What is fruitcake?
It may sound like a composition from the Middle Ages, but this classic Christmas hymn appeared in 1843 and made its debut in 1847.
What is "O Holy Night?"
In this cinematic holiday heart warmer, George Bailey receives a visit from an angel who helps his realize the importance of his own existence.
This tradition, now associated with Christmas, began in Ancient Greece as a blessing of fertility in wedding ceremonies.
What is kissing under the mistletoe?
This prophet predicted the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem.
This traditional Christmas beverage, made with brandy, fruit juices and spices, is also the subject of an English folk song.
What is wassail?