Holiday Food
According to YouGov, what is the most popular Christmas cookie in the U.S.?
Chocolate chip
(followed by sugar, fudge and brownie cookies)
What gifts did the Three Kings, or wise men, bring to baby Jesus?
Gold, frankincense and myrrh
Should you meet another person beneath this plant, the rule is you must kiss. What is it?
Mistletoe
Which soda manufacturer is thought to have cemented the rosy-cheeked, bearded Santa Claus associated with Christmas today?
Coca-Cola
In 1931, Coca-Cola commissioned illustrator Haddon Sundblom to paint an image of Santa for their ads and it’s been the basis for Santa Claus ever since
Which two NFL teams have played every Thanksgiving since 1978?
The Lions and The Cowboys
According to the Buddy the Elf, what are the four main food groups?
Candy, candy canes, candy corns, and syrup
What fast food restaurant is popular in Japan on Christmas?
KFC
What’s the name of the satan-like creature in mythology that scares and punishes naughty children during the holiday season?
Krampus
Which comedian famously performed "The Chanukah Song" on Saturday Night Live in 1994?
Adam Sandler
How many reindeer does Santa have, and what are their names?
Nine: Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blitzen, and Rudolph
In one oddball tradition, an ornament shaped like what food item is hidden on the Christmas tree?
A pickle
In the movie It’s a Wonderful Life, what happens every time a bell rings?
An angel gets its wings
What’s the most popular type of Christmas tree?
Fraser fir
(followed by noble fir, Douglas fir, balsam fir and Scotch pine)
What holiday movie sequel includes a cameo by Donald Trump?
“Home Alone 2”
How many candles are on a menorah?
9 candles
(one for each night of Hannukah and one for the shamash or helper candle)
What is the official name of the popular yule-log Christmas dessert?
Bûche De Noël
In what modern-day country was Saint Nicholas born?
Turkey
What country is credited with starting the tradition of exchanging gifts for Christmas
Italy (linked to the Roman festival of Saturnalia)
Name this song
Carol of the Bells
What day is National Eggnog Day?
December 24th
Which US state raises the most turkeys?
Minnesota
What is the fear of snow called?
Chionophobia
The song “Jingle Bells” was originally written to celebrate what holiday?
Thanksgiving
In Elf, what department store does Buddy get a job at?
Gimbels
What is the lowest temperature ever recorded in the United States?
-80 F