Songs
In the song “Frosty the Snowman,” what made Frosty come to life?
An old silk hat
In the early 1800s, the first gingerbread houses were reportedly inspired by what famous fairy tale?
Hansel and Gretel
How many reindeer are featured in the poem “Twas the Night Before Christmas?”
8
One of Santa’s reindeer shares a name with a famous symbol of Valentine’s Day. Which reindeer is that?
Cupid
In Home Alone, where are the McCallisters going on vacation when they leave Kevin behind?
What song was initially condemned by the Roman Catholic Church for allegedly portraying an adulterous affair?
“I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus”
What Christmas decoration was originally made from strands of silver?
Tinsel
In the United States, over 2 billion of these are sent each year at Christmastime.
Christmas cards
What Christmas beverage is also known as “milk punch?”
Eggnog
In the classic Christmas movie, How The Grinch Stole Christmas, the Grinch was described with three words. What are they?
Stink, stank, stunk
What Bing Crosby song is the best-selling single ever?
White Christmas
What does the holiday wreath represent?
The red berries represent the blood of Jesus and the wreath shape represents the crown of thorns.
In the 1964 classic “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” what was the name of Rudolph’s faithful elf companion?
Hermey
In what modern-day country was Saint Nicholas born?
Yuletide
In the movie It's A Wonderful Life, what happened every time a bell rang?
An angel got his wings
Which classic Christmas carol contains the lyric “Strike the harp and join the chorus?”
“Deck the Halls”
The first artificial Christmas tree was made in the 19th century using the feathers of what bird?
Goose
Russia
What company has been using Santa Claus in its advertising since 1931?
Coca-Cola
Which Hollywood actor played six different roles in The Polar Express?
Tom Hanks
What word for Christmas or a Christmas carol was borrowed from French?
Noel
What store sold the first pre-lit Christmas trees?
Target
In what modern-day country was Saint Nicholas born?
Turkey
The celebrated “Christmas Truce” temporarily halted fighting during what war?
World War I
What is Ralphie’s little brother’s name in the movie A Christmas Story?
Randy