Christmas Book Quotes
The History of Christmas
Name the Christmas Song
Christmas Around the World
Fun Holiday Facts
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Name the movie this quote is from! "It came without ribbons. It came without tags. It came without packages, boxes or bags....What if Christmas, he thought, doesn't come from a store. What if Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more."
How The Grinch Stole Christmas by Dr. Suess
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What famous event took place on the first Christmas? (a.k.a. why do Christians celebrate it?)
The birth of Jesus Christ
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"Silent night, Holy night. All is calm! All is bright!"
Silent Night
100
How do you say "Merry Christmas" in Spanish?
Feliz Navidad
100
What is the top Christmas movie, earning the most income in all theaters?
How The Grinch Stole Christmas
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"Bah," said Scrooge, "Humbug."
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
200
When did the tradition of Christmas trees begin?
The first Christmas trees were created in Germany during the 1600s.
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"I'm dreaming of a white christmas, just like the ones I used to know. Where the tree tops glisten, and children listen, to hear sleigh bells in the snow."
White Christmas
200
Which book (or country) is responsible for establishing the idea of Gingerbread Houses?
Hansel and Gretel, by the Brothers Grimm. The book and idea of gingerbread houses comes from Germany.
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What is the first Christmas movie ever made?
Santa Claus, made in 1898 by George Albert Smith
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Considering we've lost communications with the engineer, we are standing totally exposed at the front of the locomotive, the train appears to be accelerating uncontrollably, and we are rapidly approaching Glacier Gulch which happens to be the steepest downhill grade in the world, I suggest we all hold on...TIGHTLY!!!
The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg
300
According to legend, who is the real Santa Claus?
Saint Nicholas. He is the patron saint of children. He lived in Asia, and the name "Santa Claus" comes from his Dutch nickname, "Sinter Klaas".
300
"He rules the world with truth and grace, and makes the nations prove. The glories of his righteousness, and wonders of his love..."
Joy to the World
300
True or False: Christmas is one of the four central festivals held in Vietnam.
True. Vietnam's four central festivals are Christmas, the birthday of Buddha, the New Year, and the mid-autumn festival.
300
What are some of the worst traditional Christmas treats for your health? (Hint: there is more than one answer, so if you get at least one you're okay)
1. Eggnog (raw eggs + alcohol = yuck) 2. Green Bean Casserole (depends on how much soup you put in it) 3. Fruitcake (420 calories per slice) 4. Swedish meatballs (IKEA makes them look good, but trust me, they're not!)
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"My children know nothing of Christmas. They have so little, and want so little, it makes me feel guilty for the mindless materialism of our culture."
Skipping Christmas by John Grisham
400
True or False: WWI soldiers reached a truce in 1914 so there would be no fighting during Christmas.
True. German, British, and French soldiers laid down their arms in an unexpected ceasefire by singing carols across the trenched. They eventually entered no man's land and shook hands.
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"One seems to hear, words of good cheer, from everywhere, filling the air..."
Carols of the Bells
400
Do Russians celebrate Christmas?
No. Instead, Russians celebrate the Winter Festival, where they fast for 39 days and then hold a 12 course meal in honor of the 12 disciples of Jesus.
400
What was the #1 toy bought for Christmas gifts in 2001?
Bratz Dolls
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"Christmas crept into Pine Cove like a creeping Christmas thing: dragging garland, ribbon, and sleigh bells, oozing eggnog, reeking of pine, and threatening festive doom like a cold sore under the mistletoe."
The Stupidest Angel: A Heartwarming Tale of Christmas Terror by Christopher Moore
500
True or False: Oliver Cromwell cancelled Christmas in England.
True. In 1645, many English were afraid of the Catholic church, so they cancelled Christmas.
500
"Fall on your knees! Oh hear, the angel voices!"
O Holy Night
500
This is a list of Christmas traditions from the same country: 1. Christmas is celebrated on January 7th. 2. On Christmas Eve, everyone wears a completely new outfit. 3. During Advent, people are expected to fast from eating any meat or dairy. 4. On Christmas morning it is customary to visit friends and give them bread called kaik. What country is this?
Egypt
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How many people will celebrate Christmas this year?
About 2,333,333,333 people (two billion, three-hundred thirty-three million, three-hundred thirty-three thousand, three-hundred thirty three people)
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