Christmas History
The holiday decoration tinsel was originally made from strands of what metal?
St.Petersburg, Russia.
What is the name of the Grinch's loyal dog?
Max
What Christmas carol includes the lyrics, “Fa la la la la, la la la la?”
Deck The Halls
What is the most common meat eaten during Christmas dinner?
Roasted Turkey.
What is the most popular Christmas tradition?
Decorating Christmas Tree.
When did Americans start decorating Christmas Trees?
1890s
In the film Elf, what is the main character Buddy's favorite type of pasta?
Spaghetti.
In The Twelve Days of Christmas, how many golden rings are given?
5 Golden Rings
In what country was eggnog invented?
England.
The holiday decoration tinsel was originally made from strands of what metal?
Silver.
Where did the idea for gingerbread houses originate?
In the movie Home Alone, what is the name of the young boy left behind by his family during Christmas vacation?
Kevin McCallister
Who sings "All I Want For Christmas Is You?"
Mariah Carey
Name the most popular nuts used in Christmas pastries.
Macadamia’s, pecans, and/or walnuts.
What country has a tradition of eating KFC on Christmas day?
Japan.
In what decade did the first Christmas stamp appear in the U.S.?
1960s.
In Home Alone, where does Kevin's family go for Christmas?
Paris, France
Finish the lyrics: “Oh, what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open…”
"...Sleigh" (Jingle Bells)
What is America’s most popular cookie at Christmas time?
Sugar Cookie.
What gifts did the Three Kings, or wise men, bring to baby Jesus?
Gold, Frankincense and Myrrh.
Which U.S. President was the first to recognize Hanukkah with a menorah lighting at the White House?
Jimmy Carter in 1979.
What real-life celebrity couple stars as Santa and Mrs. Claus in The Christmas Chronicles?
Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn
Which Christmas tune features the line, “Through the years we all will be together if the fates allow?”
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
What type of fruit keeps cakes moist when added to the container?
Apples.
Who invented Christmas lights?
Thomas Edison created the first strand of electric lights in 1880.