Holiday Tech & Trends
What popular video-sharing app saw a surge in holiday dance trends in 2020?
TikTok
What country once banned Christmas for 13 years in the 1600s?
England
What 1990 movie features Kevin McCallister defending his home from burglars?
Home Alone
What plant is commonly hung in doorways for people to kiss under?
Mistletoe
In The Grinch (the 2000 live‑action film), what town do the Whos live in?
Whoville
Which company released the first Christmas-themed emoji in 2010?
Apple
Which U.S. state was the last to declare Christmas a legal holiday in 1907?
Oklahoma
In Elf, what is the first rule of The Code of Elves?
Treat every day like Christmas
What day is known as “Boxing Day” in many countries?
December 26
What popular gaming console was nearly impossible to find during the 2020 holiday season due to global chip shortages?
PlayStation 5
What smart device is often gifted during the holidays and responds to “Hey Google”?
Google Nest/Home
What unusual item was hung on Christmas trees in Victorian times for good luck?
Pickles
Which animated film features a train ride to the North Pole?
The Polar Express
Which country is credited with starting the tradition of Christmas trees?
Germany
Every year since 1947, which professional sports league has featured marquee games played on Christmas Day?
The NBA
In 2021, what virtual world hosted holiday concerts and events for millions of users?
Fortnite
During WWII, what material was used to make artificial Christmas trees?
Aluminum
In A Christmas Story, what gift does Ralphie desperately want?
A Red Ryder BB gun
In which country is KFC a widely celebrated Christmas Eve meal tradition?
Japan
What year was “All I Want for Christmas Is You” released?
1994
What was the most downloaded holiday shopping app in North America in 2022?
Amazon
What unusual fruit became a traditional Christmas stocking stuffer in the 19th century due to being a rare luxury item?
Oranges
What 1946 film features the character George Bailey?
It’s a Wonderful Life
In which European country do children place shoes on windowsills on December 5th to be filled with treats by St. Nicholas?
The Netherlands
What wildly popular toy caused store mayhem and sell‑outs across North America during the 1996 holiday season?
Tickle Me Elmo