Finish the Quote
In the movie, "It’s A Wonderful Life", George Bailey's daughter Zuzu Bailey tells him:
"Every time a bell rings _ _ _ _ _"
Finish the quote: Five words
"Every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings."
She says the line to her father, George Bailey, after a Christmas ornament bell on the tree rings and she remembers something her teacher told her.
Which popular television sitcom introduced the world to the holiday "Festivus?"
A. Friends
B. Roseanne
C. Frasier
D. Seinfeld
D. Seinfeld
The main traditions of Festivus are the Airing of Grievances, the Feats of Strength, and the display of an unadorned aluminum Festivus pole. Other traditions include a simple Festivus dinner and celebrating "Festivus miracles" for events that are easily explainable.
The famous poem "A Visit from St. Nicholas" by author Clement Clarke Moore begins:
"'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ "
Finish the quote: 9 Words
"Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse."
In the movie " A Christmas Story," what was the last name of the next door neighbors with the rowdy dogs?
A. The Parkers
B. The Bumpuses
C. The Farkuses
D. The Schwartzs
B. The Bumpuses
The next-door neighbors with the rowdy dogs in A Christmas Story were the Bumpus family. Their numerous hound dogs were infamous for causing trouble, culminating in them stealing the Parker family's Christmas turkey.
In the book and movie "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," The Grinch, standing atop Mount Crumpit, having stolen Whoville's gifts, food, and decorations, hears the village begin to sing joyously and exclaims:
“It came without ribbons, it came without tags. It came without _ _ _ _.”
Finish the quote: 4 Words
“It came without ribbons, it came without tags. It came without packages, boxes, or bags.”
Which popular sci-fi franchise had its own holiday television special in 1978?
A: Star Trek
B: Doctor Who
C: Star Wars
D: X-Files
C: Star Wars
The Star Wars Holiday Special was a poorly received, live-action TV movie CBS originally broadcasted on November 17, 1978. It featured the main cast of Star Wars celebrating "Life Day" on the Wookiee planet of Kashyyyk. It is infamous for its poor acting, bizarre musical numbers, and strange skits.
A common tradition in Spain, Latin America, and Italy involves wearing what color underwear on New Year's Eve?
Red
People wear red underwear on New Year's Eve to bring luck, love, and romance, and it is also considered a way to signal confidence and passion for the coming year. The origins are likely linked to ancient traditions of wearing red for protection and good fortune.
Which branch of the military runs “Toys for Tots”?
The Marines
The Marine Toys for Tots program began in 1947 in Los Angeles when Marine Corps Reserve Major Bill Hendricks was inspired by his wife, Diane, to collect and deliver handcrafted dolls to children in need after they couldn't find a suitable agency. The effort was so successful that in 1948, the Commandant of the Marine Corps directed all reserve units to start a national campaign, making it a nationwide program
What U.S. State produces the most real Christmas trees each year?
A. Oregon
B. Washington
C. North Carolina
D. Michigan
A. Oregon
Oregon is the top producer, accounting for almost one-third of all Christmas trees in the United States each year. North Carolina is second with nearly four million trees annually.
The Chinese Zodiac consists of 12 animals in a 12-year cycle. Can you name the Zodiac animal for 2025?
BONUS: Double points if you can name the Zodiac animal of 2026 as well
2025: Snake
2026: Horse
According to Icelandic lore, the “Yule Cat” roams the countryside devouring children who don’t do what?
A. Finish their chores
B. Wash their hands
C. Wear their new clothes
D. Help the elderly
The Yule Cat, also known as Jólakötturinn, is a giant, vicious cat from Icelandic Christmas folklore. The stories say the Yule Cat lurks in the snowy countryside during Christmas and eats children who don't wear their new clothes at Christmas time.
What is the traditional name of the "Festival of Lights," a yearly multi-day celebration for Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and some Buddhists that symbolizes the victory of light over darkness?
BONUS 200 Points: Provide the month of the year this festival takes place in 2025; points awarded for the correct month even with an incorrect festival answer.
Diwali, celebrated Monday, Oct 20, 2025