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In Home Alone 2, what New York hotel does Kevin stay at?
The Plaza Hotel
What German Christmas bread contains dried fruits, nuts, and marzipan and is dusted with powdered sugar?
Stollen
What U.S. department store began the modern tradition of elaborate Christmas window displays?
Macy’s
What color were Santa’s original robes before Coca-Cola popularized red?
Green
Which holiday song is the best-selling single of all time?
White Christmas
In Elf, what is the first rule of the Elf Code of Conduct?
Treat everyday like its Christmas
What meat is traditionally eaten at Christmas dinner in the UK instead of turkey?
Goose
What country is credited with starting the tradition of gingerbread houses?
Germany
In Elf, what is the name of Buddy’s biological father?
Walter Hobbs
Which two Gospels include the story of Jesus’ birth?
Matthew and Luke
In The Polar Express, what word is written on the boy’s ticket?
Believe
What is the most popular Christmas meal in Japan?
KFC
SPELLING CHALLENGE:
This Christmas plant gets its name from the Nahuatl language and can be toxic to animals.
Spell it
Poinsettia
What is the name of the angel who appears to Mary?
Gabriel
How many gifts are given in total in The Twelve Days of Christmas?
364
What actor narrated How the Grinch Stole Christmas (1966)?
Boris Karloff
What Nordic mulled wine often includes almonds and raisins?
Glögg
What pagan festival is considered a major influence on modern Christmas traditions?
Yule
What is the name of Rudolph’s father in the original 1939 story?
Donner
Who wrote White Christmas?
Irving Berlin
What is the last name of Ralphi and Randy?
Parker
What toy does Howard desperately try to buy in Jingle All the Way?
Turbo Man
Which U.S. president hosted the first televised White House Christmas tree lighting?
Harry S. Truman 1945
What is Jack Skellington's Official Title?
Pumpkin King
What was the first Christmas song to reach No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100?
The Chipmunk Song (Christmas Don’t Be Late)