Christmas Trivia
Which one of Santa’s reindeer has the same name as another holiday mascot?
Who is Cupid
Classic holiday drink that can be enjoyed alone or with spirits added.
What is Eggnog
"Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la,la-la!"
What is "Deck the Halls"?
No collection of 1960s albums is complete without this British Fab Four, consisting of John, Paul, Ringo, and George.
Who are the Beatles? Twenty Beatles tunes hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Those hits include “I Want to Hold Your Hand,” “Come Together,” and “Let It Be.”
Which European capital city is home to the Orly airport?
Paris, France. Originally called Villeneuve-Orly Airport, it was rebuilt in 1944 after suffering bomb damage.
Which Saint is Santa Claus supposed to represent?
Who is Saint Nicholas
Most Fruit Cakes are made with spices, candied and dried fruits as well as these?
What are nuts
"Had a very shiny nose."
Brian Wilson formed this band, mostly remembered for songs reflecting California beach life in the 1960s, such as “Surfer Girl,” “Surfin’ U.S.A.,” and “California Girls.”
Who are the Beach Boys? Despite their hit surf songs, the only member of the Beach Boys that could surf was drummer Dennis Wilson.
In what part of the human body is the uvula found?
The Throat. It is part of the soft palate and helps with swallowing and saliva production.
What are Christmas trees also called?
What is Yule-tree
This food and beverage is a favourite of Mr. Claus himself
Cookies and Milk
"All is calm, all is bright"
What is "Silent Night"
Mick Jagger leads this British band sensation, and they’re still performing.
Who are the Rolling Stones? Their greatest hits include “You Can’t Always Get What You Want,” “Angie,” and “Paint It Black.” Jagger can still make it through his intense dance routines on stage despite being in his 80s. He follows an intense diet and workout schedule for six weeks before a tour and travels with a cardiologist just in case.
What country is filmmaker James Cameron from?
Canada. Cameron is one of the nation’s most famous directors and also a National Geographic Explorier-in-Residence.
What was the first beverage company that used Santa Claus in advertising?
What is Coca-Cola
While Thanksgiving is usually the holiday for Turkey, this meat is enjoyed by many on Christmas.
What is Ham
"Let Earth receive her king"
What is "Joy to the World"
This duo recorded hits including “Scarborough Fair,” “The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin’ Groovy),” and “I Am a Rock.”
Who are Simon & Garfunkel? In 1953, they met in sixth grade when they performed together in the school play Alice in Wonderland.
What type of gas makes the bubbles in soda?
Carbon dioxide. The odorless gas is added at high pressure during the production process.
Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
What is Germany
This dessert is made with crushed candy canes and melted dark chocolate.
What is Candy Cane bark
"Folks dressed up like eskimos"
What is, The Christmas Song (Chestnuts roasting on an open fire)?
This American “aeronautic” group’s greatest hits include “Somebody to Love,” “White Rabbit,” and “Watch Her Ride.”
Who are Jefferson Airplane? The most memorable name from the group is Grace Slick, a one-time model. In 2016, the band received the Grammy’s Lifetime Achievement Award.
What ancient civilization built what is considered the world’s first shopping center?
The Romans Built at Trajan’s Forum, it contained around 150 shops and offices.
What popular Christmas song was written for Thanksgiving?
Jingle Bells
This fruit can be found in many homes during Christmas time. Despite the name, they are not Chinese.
What are Mandarine oranges
"The stars in the sky look down"
Lead singer Roger Daltrey and guitarist Pete Townshend, members of this British band, were household names in families with teens during the 1960s.
What is the Who? Their greatest hits include “Pinball Wizard,” "I Can See for Miles," and "You Better You Bet." Many remember them for their rock opera Tommy.
Which nation is home to the world’s oldest living forest?
Australia. The Daintree Rainforest is an estimated 180 million years old and is a popular tourist destination.