Christmas Trivia
Before turkey was a common staple for dinner around Christmas time, what meat was often served at Christmas in England?
Goose Or boars Head
Which artist recorded this classic song "Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas"? Listen closely...
Sam Smith
In the movie "Elf", what are the four main food groups according to Buddy?
Candy, Candy Canes, Candy Corn, and Syrup.
The burglars in Home Alone, Harry and Marv, give themselves what famous nickname?
The Wet Bandits.
Globally, what is the number 1 New Year's Resolution?
To lose weight/weight loss.
According to the bible, what did the Three Wisemen bring baby Jesus?
Gold, Frankincense and Myrrh.
Which Festive Anthem, written during World War II, emphasizes Hope and Unity?
"I'll Be home for Christmas"
What type of nut is famously roasted and sold by street vendors during the Christmas season?
Chestnuts
In the Holiday Classic "Elf", where does Buddy go to find his biological Father?
The Empire State Building or New York City.
How much confetti is dropped on the crowd at Times Square when the ball drops on New Year's Eve?
1 ton.
How many reindeer does Santa Claus have?
Nine (Dasher, dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid donner, Blitzen and Rudolph)
What type of bird has gone away in Ella Fitzgerald's "Winter Wonderland"?
Bluebird
What herb is most traditionally associated with Christmas Turkey Stuffing?
Sage
In the movie "The Santa Clause", what action makes Scott Calvin (Tim Allen) become the actual Santa Clause?
Putting on Santa's suit.
In the United States, what is the most popular New Year's Day Parade?
Rose Parade/Parade of Roses.
Approximately 1.3 billion of these are sent each year in the United States during Christmas.
Christmas Cards
How many gifts did the singer receive in "The Twelve Days of Christmas"?
364.
What holiday drink, sometimes mixed with alcohol, uses eggs, cream and sugar?
Eggnog.
What toy does Howard struggle to buy his son in "Jingle All the Way"?
Turbo Man.
In which country do people eat 12 grapes at midnight on New Year's Eve?
Spain/Espana.
The first artificial Christmas tree was made from what?
Goose Feathers
In 1958, this artist was only 13 years old when they recorded the hit song "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree".
Brenda Lee
Collard greens are often served around Christmas/New Year's to symbolize what?
Wealth.
In what city and state does the Polar Express pick up the Hero Boy?
Grand Rapids, Michigan.
How many people gather in Times Square each year to watch the ball drop?
1 million.