Grammar
Choose the appropriate preposition: "The presents are placed __________ the tree."
UNDER
What drink is often associated with toasting on New Year's Eve?
Champagne
What do you call the frozen, crystalline precipitation that falls from the sky and covers the ground in winter?
Snow
Jingle all the way
Jingle All the Way is an idiomatic phrase used to indicate that one is in a rush.
In the film "Home Alone," what is the name of the young boy who is accidentally left behind by his family during Christmas vacation?
Kevin McCallister
Gerunds and Infinitives:
Santa is known [giving/to give] gifts to children around the world.
for giving
Which plant is commonly used as a decoration during Christmas?
Mistletoe
What is another word for "Christmas" in the United Kingdom?
Yule
Lit up like a Christmas tree
If someone is lit up like a Christmas tree, it means they are overly dressed. Just like Christmas trees which are usually bright, sparkly and full of decorative items. Although this idiom makes reference to the Christmas season, it can be used at any time. You can also say ‘done up like a Christmas tree’.
In the animated film "The Polar Express," what is the magical destination the train is heading to on Christmas Eve?
The North Pole
Create a conditional sentence using the words "if" and "receive" related to Christmas gifts.
Example: If you receive a gift, say thank you.
How is Christmas typically celebrated in Australia, where December is summer?
Beach celebrations, barbecues
What is the shiny, metallic decoration often hung on trees and used for festive embellishments?
Tinsel
Under the weather
When you are “under the weather” it means you’re not feeling well. It can be anything from a cold, the flu, or even just an overall feeling of malaise.
In the movie "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," who plays the Grinch in the live-action adaptation released in 2000?
Jim Carrey
Present Perfect vs. Past Simple:
Santa [has visited/visited] our house every year since I was a child.
has visited
In what country did the tradition of hanging stockings by the fireplace originate?
Netherlands
What term is commonly used for a small gift or token given as a gesture of goodwill during the holiday season?
Stocking stuffer
Like turkeys voting for Christmas
This idiom is used when someone accepts a situation that will have a bad outcome for them. Turkeys are usually eaten for Christmas and if you think about it, turkeys wouldn’t be voting for Christmas in the first place because of this.
What animated film, featuring the character Jack Skellington, explores the idea of Christmas in a Halloween-themed town?
The Nightmare Before Christmas
Santa Claus is known as [the/a/an] symbol of generosity.
the
Christmas is not a national holiday in Japan, but there's a unique tradition associated with it. What popular food do people often eat on Christmas in Japan?
KFC
What popular beverage is often associated with the holiday season, especially when served warm with spices?
Eggnog
Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire is a classic Christmas activity, one that often brings about a feeling of nostalgia and joy. This idiom is used to describe a moment in time when you are enjoying the present and making the most of it. It’s often used as a reminder to take a break from your worries and just enjoy the simple things in life.
In the movie "Happiest Season," what is the main character's New Year's resolution?
To live authentically and be true to herself