JINGLE BELLS
WINTER FUN
FESTIVE FOOD
CINEMA MAGIC
HO HO HOLIDAY
100
What Christmas song asks Santa to hurry down the chimney?
Santa Baby
100
How many sides does a snowflake have?
Six
100
Which fruit is traditionally associated with Christmas and winter holidays?
Oranges (often given as a gift in stockings)
100
What 1988 action movie takes place on Christmas Eve?
Die Hard
100
Three of Santa’s reindeer’s names begin with the letter “D.” What are those names?
Dancer, Dasher, and Donner
200
Who is the artist behind the Christmas song "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)"?
John Lennon
200
Where were the first Winter Olympics held?
a. Canada
b. Austria
c. France
d. Switzerland
France
200
Which country did eggnog come from?
England
200
In Friends, who invents Santa’s Tex-Mex friend, The Holiday Armadillo?
Ross
200
The first artificial Christmas tree was made from what?
a. Tinsel
b. Horsehair
c. Goose feathers
d. Woven straw
Goose feathers
300
In Jingle Bell Rock, where are they ‘dancing and prancing’?
Jingle Bell Square
300
Skiing is the most popular winter sport in the US. Which US state is home to the largest number of ski resorts (50+)?
a. Michigan
b. New York
c. Wisconsin
d. Colorado
New York
300
What Christmas dish is this?
Mince pie
300
Where do Michael, Dwight, Jim, and Andy go for lunch in the Christmas episode?
Benihana
300
How many branches are on a Hanukkah Menorah?
Nine
A Hanukkah menorah (Hanukkiah) has nine branches: eight for the nights of the holiday and one extra, called the shamash (helper)
400
How many gifts in total were given in “The Twelve Days of Christmas” song?
364
400
Which branch of the military runs “Toys for Tots”?
The Marines
400
What percentage of American families choose ham over turkey for Christmas dinner?
Approximately 30%
400
What’s the title of the gangster movie Kevin watches in Home Alone?
a. Goodfellas
b. Thugs with Dirty Mugs
c. Angels with Filthy Souls
d. The Silent Partner
Angels with Filthy Souls
400
How many glasses of champagne are consumed on New Year’s Eve?
360 million
500
What is the best-selling Christmas song ever?
“White Christmas” by Bing Crosby
500
How many Christmas cards are sent in the U.S. every year?
About 1.3 billion, according to Hallmark
500
The world's largest gingerbread house was built in 2013 (in Texas). Covering approximately 2,520 square feet, how much butter was used to build it?
1,800 pounds
Recipe: 1,800 pounds of butter, 2,925 pounds of brown sugar, 7,200 eggs, 7,200 pounds all-purpose flour, 1,080 ounces ground ginger..and a few other ingredients
500
What are the four main food groups for elves? (in reference to Elf)
Candy, candy corn, candy canes and syrup
500
What does Kwanzaa mean in Swahili?
a. Seven Candles
b. First Fruits
c. Winter Cheer
d. Joy
First Fruits
In Swahili, the word "Kwanzaa" translates to "First Fruits". This term reflects the holiday's focus on celebrating the first harvest and the importance of unity, community, and culture within African-American communities. By honoring the principles of Kwanzaa, individuals come together to reflect on their heritage and values, emphasizing the significance of family, creativity, and faith.