In Home Alone, the real hero of the story is debatably this household item that nearly kills the Wet Bandits repeatedly.
What is the iron / paint can / blowtorch combo?
“Jingle bells, jingle bells…” — finish the line.
What is “jingle all the way”?
This plant is hung over doorways to encourage kissing, or in some families, to encourage avoiding eye contact.
What is mistletoe?
This flower, originally from Mexico, is one of the most iconic Christmas decorations and is called flor de Nochebuena.
What is the poinsettia?
Jesus was born in this small town — not a sales territory we’ve assigned… yet.
What is Bethlehem?
In Elf, Buddy says “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is…”
What is singing loud for all to hear?
Mariah Carey famously says “I don’t want a lot for Christmas…”
What is “there is just one thing I need”?
This holiday drink tastes like dessert, nostalgia, and regret in equal measure.
What is eggnog?
This warm Christmas drink is made with fruit, cinnamon, and sugar cane — and is served at many December celebrations.
What is ponche (ponche navideño)?
These men traveled far following a star, proving they were the original “destination event clients.”
Who are the Wise Men / Magi?
The Grinch doesn’t actually hate Christmas — he hates this very relatable thing.
What is people?
This Christmas song begins with “Chestnuts roasting on an open fire.”
What is The Christmas Song?
This holiday activity involves building unstable, sugar-based architecture that collapses 50% of the time.
What is making gingerbread houses?
This nine-night celebration reenacts Mary and Joseph’s search for shelter and includes songs, candles, and visiting houses.
What are Las Posadas?
This angel delivered what might be the most shocking pregnancy announcement in history.
Who is Gabriel?
In The Santa Clause, Scott turns into Santa after doing THIS OSHA-violating act.
What is causing Santa to fall off the roof?
“Feliz Navidad” means this in Spanish.
What is “Merry Christmas”?
This classic tradition involves waiting in line for 3 hours so your child can take a picture with a stranger.
What is visiting Santa at the mall?
Instead of Santa delivering most gifts on Christmas Eve, many Mexican children receive presents on January 6th from these three figures.
Who are the Three Wise Men (Los Reyes Magos)?
Jesus was laid in one of these — not a crib, not a bassinet, but something far more rustic.
What is a manger?
In Bad Santa, this character asks a kid if someone “dropped him on his head,” prompting the unforgettable response, “On my head?”
Who is Willie?
This song holds the record for the most-streamed Christmas track of all time.
What is “All I Want for Christmas Is You”?
This European folklore creature kidnaps naughty children — making him the original “Sales Manager During Q4” energy.
Who is Krampus?
This traditional Christmas salad includes beets, oranges, jicama, peanuts, and pomegranate seeds — and is a colorful holiday staple.
What is Ensalada de Nochebuena?
This ruler ordered the census that brought Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem — basically the reason the first Christmas happened there.
Who is Caesar Augustus?