Christmas
What are the two other most popular names for Santa Claus?
Kris Kringle and Saint Nick
On which side of the menorah do you light the candles?
Candles are placed from right to left, but they are lit from left to right, adding one candle each night.
What’s a sheep’s favorite Christmas song?
Fleece Navidad
What Christian group banned Christmas in Boston from 1659 to 1681?
The Puritans
What northeastern US state holds the Guinness record for largest snowman?
Maine
In which year did Christmas day become a federal holiday in the United States?
1870
What are the four Hebrew letters on the sides of the dreidel?
The letters are "Nun," "Gimel," "Hay," and "Shin," which stand for "Nes Gadol Haya Sham," meaning "A great miracle happened there."
What do gingerbread men use when they break their legs?
Candy canes
In what country did the custom of putting up a Christmas tree originate?
From Germany in the 18th century (possibly 16th century) it spread to Britain and from there to America and elsewhere around the world.
How many blessings are recited during the lighting of the Hanukkah candles?
Two blessings are recited - one for the act of kindling the candles and the other for the miracle of Hanukkah.
The French word “Noel” is often used around Christmas, but what was its original meaning in Latin?
Birth
What is "gelt" in the context of Hanukkah?
"Gelt" refers to chocolate coins that are often given to children as Hanukkah gifts.
What do you call a blind reindeer?
I have no eye deer.
What animal parts were the first artificial Christmas trees made from?
Goose feathers painted green
These feather trees were first made in Germany during the 19th century. Another form of artificial Christmas trees were wooden pyramids painted green and lit by candles.
What is the name of the figure who brings gifts during Hanukkah?
The figure who brings gifts during Hanukkah is known as "Sinterklaas."
In what decade did Coca-Cola start using Santa Claus in advertisements?
1920s
What is the name of the traditional Hanukkah dance in which dancers form a circle?
The traditional Hanukkah dance is called the "Hora."
What is Santa Claus’ favorite laundry detergent?
Yule-Tide
What do Christmas Trees symbolize?
To celebrate the winter solstice and symbolize everlasting life in different cultures and religions.
When is the Three Kings Day celebrated?
Although the birth of Jesus is celebrated on Christmas Day, the three Kings didn't actually reach him until twelve days later—which is why Three Kings Day is celebrated on the 12th day of Christmas.
In the classic 1957 children's book, "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," what is the name of the town the Grinch steals holiday presents and decorations from?
WhoVille
What are the colors associated with Hanukkah?
The colors associated with Hanukkah are blue and white, symbolizing the blue and white Israeli flag.
What does Santa suffer from if he gets stuck in a chimney?
Claus-trophobia!
Why do people associate Poinsettas with Christmas?
In Christian tradition, the poinsettia is often referred to as the “Flower of the Holy Night” or the “Star of Bethlehem.” It is believed to symbolize the birth of Jesus and his sacrifice for humanity.
In 1894 the first light set made its way to the White House and they grew in popularity from there