Movies
This movie features the song ”Hot Chocolate“ as children ride a magical train.
What is The Polar Express?
This plant, hung in doorways during Christmas, encourages people to kiss underneath it.
What is mistletoe?
These were the first people to hear of Jesus’ birth.
Who are the shepherds?
Santa Claus is based on this real-life saint who was known for his generosity.
Who is St. Nicholas?
This popular Christmas dessert, often made with dried fruit, spices, and brandy, is traditionally set on fire before serving.
What is Christmas pudding?
In this Tim Burton classic, Jack Skellington tries to take over Christmas.
What is The Nightmare Before Christmas?
In this country, children leave out their shoes for St. Nicholas to fill with treats.
What is The Netherlands?
This angel told Mary she would give birth to the Son of God.
Who is Gabriel?
This character is known for his catchphrase, “Bah! Humbug!”
Who is Ebenezer Scrooge?
This warm, spiced Christmas treat often made with ginger, molasses, and cinnamon is commonly used to make houses and cookies.
What is gingerbread?
In Home Alone, Kevin McCallister is left behind when his family travels to this country.
What is France?
In England, pulling these party novelties during Christmas dinner is a cherished tradition.
What are Christmas Crackers?
Mary and Joseph had to travel to Bethlehem because of this Roman requirement.
What is a census (or taxation)?
Santa is accompanied by this scary character in German folklore who punishes naughty children.
Who is Krampus?
This traditional Christmas drink, served warm or cold, is often made with a combination of rum, fruit juice, and spices, especially in the Caribbean.
What is rum punch?
“Now I have a machine gun. Ho-ho-ho.”
What is Die Hard?
This hot, spiced drink is traditionally served in Germany during Christmas markets.
What is mulled wine?
This ruler felt threatened by Jesus’ birth and tried to deceive the wise men.
Who is King Herod?
This character tricks the Grinch into returning her community’s Christmas joy.
Who is Cindy Lou Who?
These crispy fried potato pancakes, often served with sour cream or applesauce, are a holiday staple in Jewish traditions.
What are latkes?
The misfit gang of characters includes Yukon Cornelius and the Abominable Snowman.
What is Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?
This popular holiday tradition involves hiding a small figure of a scout in homes to “report” to Santa.
What is Elf on the Shelf?
This prophet said, “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given.”
Who is Isaiah?
This character gives George Bailey the chance to see life if he’d never been born in Its a Wonderful Life.
Who is Clarence (the angel)?
In Italy, this sweet bread, studded with dried fruit and nuts, is traditionally served during the Christmas season.
What is panettone?