Vocabulary
Firm in belief or loyal to a cause.
"Despite the singer's recent change in creative direction, his true fans have remained _____".
Steadfast
He wears a red and white suit and delivers presents to kids on Christmas
Santa Clause
To have many secrets that would cause embarassment if it were known
Skeletons in the closet
Presents go underneath this
Christmas tree
Which popular Christmas beverage is also called "milk punch"?
Eggnog
To fool around and waste time.
" Stop ______ and get to work!"
Lollygag (or lollygagging)
He helps guide Santa's sleigh
Rudolph
To save money
Squirrel away
You leave this food out for Santa on Christmas Eve
Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
Germany
Free from fault or error
"She has _____ taste in fashion."
Impeccable
His is green, grumpy, and hates Christmas so much that he steals all the presents from Whoville.
The Grinch
To make someone very irritated, angry, or annoyed.
Drive someone nuts
If you stand underneath this plant with someone else, you have to kiss.
Mistletoe
Which one of Santa's reindeer has the same name as another holiday mascot?
Cupid
Friendly and agreeable.
" She is such a nice person and an _____ friend."
Amiable
He comes alive after wearing a magical top hat, but will melt if left in the sun.
Frost the Snowman
" I tried to say hello, but she _______."
Gave me the cold shoulder
You fill this with candy or tiny toys and hang it above your fireplace
Stocking
What was the first company that used Santa Claus in advertising?
Coca-Cola
A period of rest or relief
" After tending to his crops, the farmer needed some _____ from the hot summer day."
Respite
What is one of the most popular names for Santa Claus?
Saint Nick
Kris Kringle
Father Christmas
Something that is only a small part of a much bigger situation.
" The news is shocking, but we may find out that the stories we've heard so far are just the ______."
Tip of the iceberg
You can make this shape in the snow. It also is commonly place at the top of the Christmas tree.
Angel
A tree lighting is held annually at this location in New York City.
Rockefeller Center