Classic Christmas Traditions
In A Christmas Carol, what is the first name of Scrooge?
Who is Ebenezer
What medieval English Christmas custom involved a large log that had to last for all twelve days of Christmas?
Who played George Bailey in the classic film It's a Wonderful Life?
In National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, what is the exact name of Clark Griswold's employer?
The TymeLock Corporation
What country celebrates Christmas with a giant lantern festival called Ligligan Parul?
The Philippines
What traditional Christmas decoration was originally made from silver?
What is Tinsel
Which Pope officially fixed December 25 as the date of Christmas in the 4th century?
Pope Julius I
Which Christmas song begins with the lyrics, "You better watch out, you better not cry"?
"Santa Clause Is Coming To Town"
What is the original title of the ballet commonly known as The Nutcracker?
The Nutcracker and the Mouse King
In Sweden, what animal is traditionally associated with Christmas and often made of straw?
A goat
Which country is credited with starting the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
Germany
What ancient Roman festival is considered the primary predecessor to modern Christmas celebrations?
Saturnalia
In Home Alone, where is the McCallister family traveling when they forget Kevin?
Paris, France
Which country is home or the world's oldest continuously operation Christmas market, dating back to 1434?
Germany
What is the name of the witch who delivers presents in Italy on Epiphany?
La Befana
What popular Christmas plant is actually toxic to pets?
Poinsettia
In Victorian England, which publication helped popularized the modern image of Santa Claus?
The Illustrated London News
Which singer is known as the "Queen of Christmas"?
Mariah Carey
Who wrote the poem "A Visit from St Nicholas" a.k.a "Twas The Night Before Christmas"
Clement Clarke Moore
Which country celebrates Christmas on January 7th due to the Orthodox calendar?
Russia
On which date is Boxing Day celebrated?
December 26
What plant was used by Druids during winter solstice ceremonies and later became associated with Christmas?
Mistletoe
What animated 2004 movie features a train traveling to the North Pole?
The Polar Express
In what language was the original version of the Carol "Silent Night" written?
German
In Japan, what fast-food meal has become a popular Christmas tradition?
KFC