Christmas Movies
Songs & Carols
Holiday Traditions
Santa Claus Lore
Food & Drink
100

This character is a "mean one" with termites in his smile and garlic in his soul.

Answer: The Grinch

100

According to the song, what did my true love give to me on the "First Day of Christmas"?

Answer: A Partridge in a Pear Tree

100

What type of plant are people supposed to kiss under?

Answer: Mistletoe

100

Where does Santa Claus live?

Answer: The North Pole

100

What is the name of the spiced ale/milk-based drink often served at Christmas?

Answer: Eggnog

200

What is the name of the reindeer-in-training who is the son of Donner in the 1964 stop-motion special?

Answer: Rudolph

200

Which famous singer is known as the "Queen of Christmas" thanks to her 1994 hit "All I Want for Christmas Is You"?

Answer: Mariah Carey
200

What are the two most common names for the "scout" sent by Santa to watch over kids in their homes?

Answer: The Elf on the Shelf

200

Name all three of Santa's reindeer that start with the letter "D."

Answer: Dasher, Dancer, and Donner

200

"Roasting on an open fire," these nuts are a classic holiday snack.

Answer: Chestnuts

300

In Elf, what are the four main food groups for elves?

Answer: Candy, candy canes, candy corns, and syrup

300

In "Frosty the Snowman," what was the "magic" item that brought Frosty to life?

Answer: An old silk hat

300

Which country is credited with starting the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?

Answer: Germany

300

In the poem "A Visit from St. Nicholas," Santa is described as being dressed all in what material from his head to his foot?

Answer: Fur

300

What are the small, round, green vegetables often served with Christmas dinner that many people love to hate?

Answer: Brussels Sprouts

400

In Home Alone, where is the McCallister family traveling to when they leave Kevin behind?

Answer: Paris

400

Which Christmas carol was the first song ever broadcast from space (by the Gemini 6 crew)?

Answer: Jingle Bells

400

What is the name of the German folklore figure who punishes naughty children during the Yule season?

Answer: Krampus

400

What is the Dutch name for Saint Nicholas that eventually became "Santa Claus"?

Answer: Sinterklaas

400

This traditional British Christmas dessert is often set on fire with brandy before serving.

Answer: Figgy Pudding (or Christmas Pudding)

500

What is the name of the fictional town where It’s a Wonderful Life takes place?

Answer: Bedford Falls

500

Which popular Christmas song was actually written for Thanksgiving?

Answer: Jingle Bells

500

In which country is it a tradition to eat KFC for Christmas dinner?

Answer: Japan

500

Which US State was the first to officially recognize Christmas as a holiday in 1836?

Answer: Alabama

500

What is the name of the traditional Italian Christmas sweet bread that originated in Milan?

Answer: Panettone

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