Holiday Songs
In this holiday classic, the singer claims she wants a large African animal that is known for it's round body and large mouth
What is "I want a Hippopotamus for Christmas"?
This sweet, spicy cookie is often cut into various shapes and decorated with icing
What are gingerbread cookies?
This month-long event takes place in Carmel, Indiana and celebrates German tradition
What is Christkindlmarkt?
“Keep the change, ya filthy animal.”
What is Home Alone?
This is the name of Santa’s primary helper, often depicted as his most loyal elf
Who is Jingle?
Bing Crosby originally recorded this holiday classic, telling you exactly what kind of Christmas he is dreaming of
What is "White Christmas"?
Spiced warm mulled wine or cider is often served in a mug with this citrus garnish
What are orange slices?
According to tradition, touching this holiday figure can cause it to lose its magical powers
What is Elf on the Shelf?
"Four o'clock, wallow in self pity; Four-thirty, stare into the abyss; Five o'clock, solve world hunger, tell no one; Five-thirty, jazzercize; Six-thirty, dinner with me - I can't cancel that again; Seven o'clock, wrestle with my self-loathing...I'm booked"
What is The Grinch?
The North Pole is located in this ocean, which is the smallest and shallowest of the world’s five oceans
What is the Arctic Ocean?
In 1984, the song "Last Christmas" was released by this pop duo
Who is Wham!?
Who are George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley?
This festive colored striped candy was originally used to keep children quiet in church
What is the Candy Cane?
In parts of Switzerland and Austria, men dressed as this frightening figure accompany St. Nicholas to scare misbehaving children
"Well, in my opinion, the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear."
What is Elf?
Santa Claus is based on this real-life figure, a 4th-century bishop from Myra, modern-day Turkey
Who is Saint Nicholas?
In Adam Sandler's song, "The Chanukah Song", he mentions this celebrity most known for his roles in Star Wars and Indiana Jones
Who is Harrison Ford?
In Mexico, the main Christmas feast typically happens on this night, not Christmas Day
What is Nochebuena?
What is Christmas Eve?
In Iceland, the 13 figures called the Yule Lads leave this unsavory surprise in children's shoes during the 13 nights before Christmas
What are rotten potatoes?
"Where do you think you’re going? Nobody’s leaving. Nobody’s walking out on this fun, old-fashioned family Christmas."
What is National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation?
Santa’s red-and-white suit was popularized by this beverage company in the 1930s
What is Coca-Cola?
The English version of this carol, translated from a 16th-century German song, describes its titular subject as “ever green” and praises its “faithful leaves”
What is "O Christmas Tree"?
This classic midwestern side dish is a hearty vegetable often topped with crispy fried onions
What is green bean casserole?
In Australia, people dress as Santa Claus to partake in this beachside activity
What is surfing?
"Just because you can’t see it, doesn’t mean it’s not there."
What is The Polar Express?
This name refers to the phenomenon where the North Pole experiences 24 hours of sunlight during one part of the year
What is the Midnight Sun?