Sleigh around the world
In the United States, what decorative plant with red leaves is commonly associated with Christmas?
What is the poinsettia?
These striped red and white candies are commonly crushed and used on holiday desserts.
What are candy canes?
“Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way…”
“Oh what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open sleigh”
In The Nightmare Before Christmas, what holiday does Jack Skellington attempt to take over?
What is Christmas
This sweet spice made from tree bark is commonly used in cinnamon rolls and hot cider.
What is cinnamon?
In Japan, what fast-food chain has become a popular Christmas dinner tradition?
What is KFC?
These round holiday cookies are often decorated with red and green sprinkles and baked for Santa.
What are sugar cookies?
“Rockin’ around the Christmas tree…”
“At the Christmas party hop”
In Home Alone, what is the young boy’s first name who is accidentally left behind?
Who is Kevin?
Gingerbread cookies get their signature flavor from this spicy root.
What is ginger?
In Norway, people traditionally hide what household item on Christmas Eve to keep witches away?
This rolled sponge cake filled with cream is designed to look like a log.
What is a Yule Log?
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year…”
“With the kids jingle belling and everyone telling you be of good cheer”
In Elf, what is Buddy’s favorite food combination?
What is spaghetti with syrup?
This licorice-flavored spice comes from star-shaped pods and is often used in mulled wine.
What is star anise?
In Austria and parts of Germany, what horned figure roams the streets during early December festivities?
Who is Krampus?
This British Christmas dessert is traditionally soaked in alcohol and aged weeks before serving.
What is fruitcake?
“On the fourth day of Christmas my true love gave to me…”
"Four calling birds..."
In The Grinch, where does the Grinch live?
What is Mount Crumpit?
This spice was once so valuable it was traded like currency and helped drive European exploration.
What is nutmeg?
In the Czech Republic, what item do unmarried women throw over their shoulder on Christmas Eve to predict marriage
This Latin American holiday dessert is made of corn dough, raisins, and spices and wrapped in corn husks.
What is sweet tamale?
“Do you hear what I hear? Said the night wind to the little lamb…”
“Do you see what I see?”
In The Polar Express, what sound is missing from the silver bell?
What is the sound of the bell ringing?
This spice gets its name from the Old French word meaning “nail,” referring to its shape.
What is clove?