Christmas Songs
This Christmas song was originally written for Thanksgiving
→ What is “Jingle Bells”?
The nickname of the burglars in Home Alone
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Traditionally, this spiced fruit drink is served warm during winter holidays.
→ What is mulled wine?
In many U.S. Christian households, Christmas Eve services include the lighting of these, representing Jesus as the light of the world.
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The tradition of gift-giving at Christmas comes from this biblical story
→ What is the Three Wise Men bringing gifts to Jesus?
The original title of “Jingle Bells”
→ What is “The One Horse Open Sleigh”?
The department store Santa works at in Elf
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This sticky, spiced cake is a British Christmas tradition and often contains dried fruits, nuts, and a splash of alcohol.
→ What is fruitcake?
This plant, often used in American Christian Christmas decorations, is said to symbolize the crown of thorns worn by Jesus.
→ What is holly?
The tradition of hanging stockings comes from this saint
→ Who is St. Nicholas?
The song originally written as a poem in Austria in 1816
→ What is “Silent Night”?
The town where It’s a Wonderful Life takes place
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What nut is famously roasted and sold by street vendors during the Christmas season?
→ What is chesnuts?
The Advent wreath in American churches has four candles; each candle traditionally represents this aspect of Christian faith.
→ What is hope, peace, joy, and love?
The first Christmas trees were decorated with this food
→ What are apples?
This song includes the lyric “People will call, say ‘Are you listening?’”
→ What is “Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!”?
The Christmas movie narrated by an older version of the main character
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In the movie "Elf," what are the four main food groups according to Buddy?
what is candy, candy canes, candy corns, and syrup
The traditional 12 Days of Christmas correspond to this religious celebration, marking the visit of the Magi to Jesus.
→ What is Epiphany?
The name of the log burned on Christmas Eve in European folklore
→ What is the Yule log?
The Christmas song written to be sung from a child’s point of view
→ What is “Do You Hear What I Hear?”?
This neighbor leads the charge in pressuring the Kranks to decorate their house for Christmas in Christmas with the Kranks.
Who is Vic Frohmeyer?
What red sauce made from tart berries is a staple side dish at Christmas dinner?
What is cranberry sauce
In American hymnals, “O Come, All Ye Faithful” is a translation from this original Latin title.
→ What is “Adeste Fideles”?
In some Northern European countries, this Yule-era symbol, often placed on the rooftop, was believed to ward off evil spirits and ensure a bountiful harvest.
What is a Yule goat