International Holidays
in what country did the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree originate?
Germany
What famous ballet is performed around Christmas time?
The Nutcracker
Fred
What department store is featured in the 1947 film Miracle on 34th Street?
What traditional drink is also known as "milk punch" during the holidays
Eggnog
What New Year's tradition in Spain involves eating a specific number of fruit at midnight for good luck?
Eating 12 grapes at midnight (one for each stroke of the clock)
The word "Hannukkah" comes from a Hebrew root meaning what?
"To dedicate" or "to rededicate"
What was the original title of the poem now known as 'Twas the Night Before Christmas?
In The Polar Express, what is the word that is punched into the magical ticket for the main character?
BELIEVE
Why are fried foods traditional for Hanukkah?
Because they are cooked in oil, symbolizing the oil miracle of the Hanukkah story
What is the Icelandic Christmas figure who leaves gifts in shoes?
The Yule Lads
Which ancient Roman festival, held in late December is often linked to the origins of many Christmas traditions?
Saturnalia
John Grisham
In Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964), what is the name of the elf who wants to be a dentist?
Hermey
What Christmas dish featuring cod soaked in lye is common in Norway?
Lutefisk
In which country do people hide their brooms on Christmas Eve to keep them safe from witches and evil spirits?
Norway
What early Christian council in the 4th century AD established December 25 as the official date for celebrating the birth of Jesus?
The Council of Nicaea
What Norse mythological event is associated with the Wild Hunt, a wintertime ghostly procession?
Ragnarok
In Home Alone, what fake movie does Kevin watch while saying the famous line: "Keep the change, ya filthy animal"?
"Angels with Filthy Souls"
What fried potato dish is commonly eaten during Hanukkah?
In which country is "Ganna", a Christmas celebration held on January 7, observed by attending church in white robes called shamma?
Ethiopia
Mummers' plays, performed around Christmas and New Year's, originated in which region of Europe?
British Isles
Which legendary winter figure originates from Slavic folklore and is often depicted as an old wizard delivering gifts on New Year's?
Ded Moroz or Grandfather Frost
In Love Actually, which British Band performs the song "Christmas is All Around"?
Billy Mack (fictional musician)
What is the name of the German Christmas cake shaped like a loaf and dusted with powdered sugar?
Stollen