Christmas Traditions
What do children hang by the fireplace for Santa to fill?
Stockings
Complete the line from Elf: "The best way to spread Christmas cheer is _______"
singing loud for all to hear
Who invented electric Christmas lights?
Thomas Edison (in 1880)
In Frosty the Snowman, what did Frosty have for a nose?
Button nose
Which mint candy is popular during Christmas?
Candy canes
Under which type of plant are people supposed to kiss?
Mistletoe
Which Oscar-winning actor played six different roles in the movie The Polar Express?
Tom Hanks
What holiday decoration was originally made with strands of silver?
Tinsel
What word is used for "family" in the song We Wish You a Merry Christmas?
friends
Which popular Christmas beverage is also called "milk punch"?
Eggnog
What type of bird often appears on Christmas cards?
The Northern Cardinal
What is the nickname of the burglars in Home Alone?
The Wet Bandits
What store sold the first pre-lit Christmas trees?
Target
Silent Night was originally written in what language?
German
What dessert features a chocolate cake that is rolled up?
Yule log cake
In what country is it tradition to eat KFC on Christmas?
Japan
In what state does A Christmas Story take place?
Indiana
On average, how long does it take for a tree to reach the ideal Christmas tree height (6-7 feet)?
15 years
What was the second song to ever be broadcast on the radio? (It was a Christmas song)
O Holy Night
Which fairytale were the first gingerbread houses inspired by?
Hansel and Gretel
What country fills children's clogs with treats and candles on December 5th?
What is the highest grossing Christmas movie of all time?
The Grinch (2018) which earned over 550mm at the global box office
What does the holiday wreath represent?
The red berries represent the blood of Jesus and the wreath shape represents the crown of thorns.
How many gifts did the singer receive in The 12 Days of Christmas
364
What day is the Feast of Seven Fishes?
December 24th