Holiday Movies
What holiday movie features the line, “Keep the change, ya filthy animal”?
"Home Alone"
What is the name of the 8-day Jewish holiday celebrated in winter?
Hanukkah
Finish the lyric: “All I want for Christmas is…” TWO ways,
"You" and "My Two Front Teeth"
True or False: Canada is home to the town of Christmas Island.
TRUE...of course!
What holiday drink is made with milk, cream, sugar, whipped egg whites, and egg yolks?
Eggnog.
Which movie features a green character trying to ruin Christmas? (Full title, please)
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
In Sweden, what animal is a symbol of Christmas, often made of straw?
The Yule Goat
What is the best-selling Christmas song of all time?
White Christmas
Which country is credited with starting the Christmas tree tradition?
Germany. At first the tree was decorated only with apples, nuts and sweets; wax candles were added later.
What fruit is traditionally placed in Christmas stockings?
An orange
In "Elf", what are the four main food groups for elves?
Candy, candy canes, candy corns, and syrup
Which country is known for celebrating “Las Posadas” during the holidays?
Mexico
Which song mentions roasting chestnuts on an open fire?
The Christmas Song, by Nat King Cole
What is Santa Claus called in France?
Père Noël
What drink is often served hot, made with red wine, sugar, and spices?
Mulled wine.
What’s the name of the main character in "The Nightmare Before Christmas"?
Jack Skellington
What holiday do many African Americans celebrate from December 26 to January 1?
Kwanzaa
In “Frosty the Snowman,” what item brings Frosty to life?
His old silk hat.
Which planet (other than Earth) experienced a recorded snowstorm in 2008?
Mars. The Phoenix lander detected snow falling from clouds 4.5 kilometres (2.8 mi) above its landing site.
What is traditionally hidden in a Christmas pudding?
A silver coin; since the 1300's, the finder is granted good luck!
In "A Christmas Story", what gift does Ralphie want more than anything? (Be specific!)
A Red Ryder BB gun
In Japan, what unusual meal is often eaten on Christmas Day?
KFC
What Christmas song holds the Guinness World Record for being played the most in 24 hours?
Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas is You"
How many ghosts visit Scrooge in A Christmas Carol? Identify them as well!
Four...First by the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley, and then by three spirits called the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future.
What is the name of the German spiced cookie often shaped like stars?
Zimtsterne.