Firsts
When was the term "X-mas" invented?
The mid 1500s by the Greeks (fun fact: "Christos" in Greek begins with the letter 'X')
True or false: Christmas originally began as a pagan holiday.
True
What is your favorite color?
Yes!
How many ghosts show up in A Christmas Carol?
Four
What made Frosty the Snowman come to life?
His Hat
When was Christmas declared a national holiday?
1870
How many days of Kwanzaa are there?
7
Do more Americans get real or artificial trees?
Artificial
Which Hollywood actor played six different roles in The Polar Express?
Tom Hanks
How many reindeer were in the story Twas the Night Before Christmas?
Eight. Rudolph isn't in this story.
Who was the first U.S. president to recognize Hanukkah in the White House?
Jimmy Carter in 1979
Which three colors are used in Kwanzaa?
Black, red, and green (fun fact: Black symbolizes the African people, red is for the struggle, and green is for the rich land of Africa)
Which is more popular for gift purchasing: Black Friday or Cyber Monday?
Black Friday
Before 2018's The Grinch, what was the highest-grossing Christmas movie?
Home Alone
What is the candle holder for Hanukkah called?
Menorah
True or false: Kwanzaa is a religious holiday.
False
What does the word "Hanukkah" mean?
"Hanukkah" means "dedication"
Which department store was featured in the film Miracle on 34th Street?
Macy's
Who was the author of A Christmas Carol?
Charles Dickens
Which one of Santa’s reindeer has the same name as another holiday mascot?
Cupid
Which fairy tale was the first gingerbread houses inspired by?
Hansel and Gretel
In which modern-day country was St. Nicholas born in?
Turkey (originally Patara, a city in the ancient district of Lycia, in Asia Minor)
How much money do Americans spend (on average) on holiday gifts per person?
About $1,000 per person ($1 trillion total in the United States)
What’s the name of the main villain in The Nightmare Before Christmas?
Oogie Boogie
What is the candle holder for Kwanzaa called?
Kinara