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100
The celebrated “Christmas Truce” temporarily halted fighting during what war?
World War I
100
In the song “Frosty the Snowman,” what made Frosty come to life?
an old silk hat
100
In Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” what was Mr. Scrooge’s first name?
Ebenezer
100
What Christmas decoration was originally made from strands of silver?
silver
100
What Christmas beverage is also known as “milk punch?”
EggNog
200
According to legend, what holiday goodies were shaped to resemble a shepherd’s staff, as a way to remind children of the shepherds who visited baby Jesus?
Candy canes
200
What’s the German name for the song known in English as “O Christmas Tree?”
“O Tannenbaum”
200
“Miracle on 34th Street” centers on what real-life department store?
Macy’s
200
Per a recent holiday fad, what “spy” hides around the house, reporting back to Santa on who has been naughty and nice?
200
What fruit is traditionally put in a Christmas stocking?
an Orange
300
What beverage company has been using Santa Claus in its advertising since 1931?
Coca Cola 
300
What song was initially condemned by the Roman Catholic Church for allegedly portraying an adulterous affair?
“I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus” 
300
In “A Christmas Story,” what happens to Ralphie’s friend as a result of a “triple-dog dare” from another classmate?
He gets his tongue stuck to a flagpole.
300
Which classic Christmas carol contains the lyric “Strike the harp and join the chorus?”
“Deck the Halls”
300
What much-reviled Christmas edible is known for its long shelf life?
Fruit cake
400
In the early 1800s, the first gingerbread houses were reportedly inspired by what famous fairy tale?
Hansel and Gretel
400
What Bing Crosby song is the best-selling single ever?
White Christmas
400
What phrase made popular in the book “A Christmas Carol” expresses annoyance with cheery holiday celebrations?
Bah humbug!
400
What traditional Christmas decoration is actually a parasitic plant?
Mistletoe
400
Which spirit is traditionally poured on top of a Christmas pudding and then lit?
Brandy
500
What Christmas-themed ballet premiered in Saint Petersburg, Russia in 1892?
The Nutcracker
500
What beloved Christmas song was recorded by Puerto Rican singer-songwriter José Feliciano in 1970?
Feliz Navidad
500
Who played George Bailey in the Christmas classic “It’s a Wonderful Life?”
Jimmy Stewart
500
According to legend, the tradition of hanging stockings dates back to Saint Nicholas. What were the first stocking stuffers? Hint: They weren’t toys.
Gold coins
500
In what country do people celebrate Christmas by eating chicken from KFC?
Japan 