Christmas Riddles
How many presents can Santa fit in an empty sack?
Only one – after that, it’s not empty anymore!
Choose the right idiom for the definition.
When something good happens, especially if it was unexpected. To receive some good news, a gift or a pleasant surprise.
1. Christmas Came Early
2. Christmas has come in time
3. Christmas never leaves
1. Christmas Came Early
Example Sentence
Did you hear that Rachel has got a new company car? Looks like Christmas came early for her.
1. What calendar traditionally helps you countdown to Christmas?
An Advent calendar helps countdown the days until Christmas, usually with a small item or devotional phrase that is revealed on each day. Traditional calendars are rectangular cards or boxes you can hang on the wall or sit on a table with small sealed doors or windows meant to be opened in order on each day of Advent.
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ORNAMENTS
1. What is the colour of a mistletoe berry?
Mistletoe is an evergreen plant with white berries that parasitically grows in the branches of certain trees. It is traditionally used in festive decorations and according to Nordic mythology and medieval beliefs, it is a symbol of peace, love and friendship.
What did Santa need when he sprained his ankle?
A candy cane
Choose the right idiom for the definition.
Used as an excuse to overindulge, particularly regarding food and gifts.
1. Christmas Arrives Just Once a Year
2. Christmas Is Full Of Joy
3. Christmas Comes but Once a Year
3. Christmas Comes but Once a Year
As Christmas occurs only once a year, it is implied that it should be enjoyed and enjoyed to its fullest. Hence, the phrase is typically used as an excuse to indulge oneself by overeating and overspending.
Example Sentence
"Would you like another piece of cake Anna?" "Why not? Christmas comes but once a year."
2. What’s the highest-grossing Christmas movie of all time?
A. A Christmas Story
B. Home Alone
C. The Princess Switch
D. How the Grinch Stole Christmas
B. Home Alone
Home Alone made $286 million at the box office when it was released in 1990 and is still the most successful holiday movie.
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REINDEER
2. According to Buddy the Elf, what are the four food groups elves can eat?
Next to Santa, Buddy the Elf comes in close second for the most loved holiday character. The above foods are included in Buddy’s candy-filled diet.
What do you have in December that you don’t have in any other month?
The letter D
Choose the right idiom for the definition.
To decorate a Christmas tree, typically with lights and ornaments.
1. To Dress Up the Tree
2. To Trim the Tree
3. To Suit Up the Tree
2. To Trim the Tree
Example Sentence
We always trim our Christmas tree with gold tinsel and ribbon.
3. Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
The modern Christmas tree originated in Germany, where families set up a paradise tree in their homes on December 24, the religious feast day of Adam and Eve. They hung wafers on it (symbolizing the Eucharistic host, the Christian sign of redemption)
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STOCKING
3. What fruit is traditionally put inside a Christmas stocking?
Some believe the festive tradition of putting oranges or clementine in Christmas stockings started in America during the Great Depression in the 1930s when families struggled to afford gifts so left the small piece of fruit in their children's stocking instead.
What’s the best thing to put into a Christmas cookie?
Your teeth
Choose the right idiom for the definition.
This describes the euphoria people feel when they are looking forward to the holiday season.
1. Holiday Spirit
2. Festival Spirit
3. Christmas Spirit
1. Holiday Spirit
Example Sentence
It's only November, but I am already in the holiday spirit.
4. Gingerbread houses were inspired by which fairy tale?
In the story, Hansel and Gretel get lost in the woods and stumble upon a house made of gingerbread.
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SLEIGH
4. Which holiday was ‘Jingle Bells..’ originally written for?
James Lord Pierpont wrote a song called "One Horse Open Sleigh" and performed it at his church's Thanksgiving concert originally. In 1857, it was republished under the name.”
How do you scare a snowman?
With a hair dryer!
Choose the right idiom for the definition.
Typically a polite response to a request for something, letting someone know that they should help themselves. However, it can also be used as a sarcastic or ironic reply, especially if someone takes something without asking.
1. It's all yours!
2. Be My Guest
3. Feel Comfortable!
2. Be My Guest
Example Sentence
"Do you mind if I have the last slice of cake?" "Sure, by all means, be my guest."
5. Which city has been donating Trafalgar Square’s Christmas tree to London every year since 1947?
Every year, since 1947, the people of Norway have given the people of London a Christmas tree. This gift is in gratitude for Britain’s support for Norway during World War II.
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WREATH
5. What is traditionally hidden inside a Christmas pudding?
Traditionally a silver coin (six pence) was hidden inside the Christmas pudding. The silver coin brought good fortune to whomever was lucky enough to find it when the pudding was cut.