Jingle Jams
Merry Movies
Falala Foodies
California Dreamin'
Christmas Spirits
100
In the song “Frosty the Snowman,” what made Frosty come to life?
An old silk hat
100
What notable actor plays the voice of the conductor in The Polar Express?
Tom Hanks
100
Which popular children's snack were originally meant as a Christmas treat?
Animal crackers were first introduced around Christmastime in 1902. The string on the box was originally intended to be used to hang the boxes on Christmas trees.
100
Name these three goofy guys:
Dexter, Patrick and Gage
100
Glühwein or mulled wine, is a holiday drink usually made up of red wine and spices which is popular this time of the year across the globe, most notably in German speaking countries. What is the literal translation of “Glühwein?”
Glow Wine
200
What Bing Crosby song is the best-selling single ever?
White Christmas
200
What holiday movie sequel includes a cameo by Donald Trump?
Home Alone 2
200
In the early 1800s, the first gingerbread houses were reportedly inspired by what famous fairy tale?
Hansel and Gretel
200
Name IPD-CA's favorite caterer from the good old RWC days
D3 Catering
200
Name two of the four most popular holiday cocktails in the US
Eggnog, Irish Coffee, Mulled Wine and Cider
300
What popular Christmas song was actually written for Thanksgiving originally?
Jingle Bells
It was written by James Lord Pierpont (1822–1893) and published under the title "The One Horse Open Sleigh" in the autumn of 1857. It has been claimed that it was originally written to be sung by a Sunday school choir for Thanksgiving, or as a drinking song
300
Who plays the Grinch in the movie 'How The Grinch Stole Christmas'?
Benedict Cumberbatch
300
In which country would you be expected to consume 12 lucky grapes (one for each month of the year) before the clock stops chiming on New Year’s Eve?
Spain
300
Name at least 3 of the patents that have been filed by this team
Triple Co-suspension
Micronealing technology
NGP
TLTC Platform
Quad
300
There are very few drinks more commonly associated with Christmas than Eggnog. Many believe this drink dates as far back as the 13th century. Where is it most commonly believed to have originated from?
England
400
Paul McCartney earns between $400,000-$600,000 in royalties every year for which holiday song?
Wonderful Christmastime
400
Now a beloved classic, which holiday movie was a total box office flop when it was released in 1946?
It's a Wonderful Life
Theatrically, the film's break-even point was $6.3 million, about twice the production cost, a figure it did not come close to achieving on its initial release. Because of the film's disappointing sales, Capra was seen by some studios as having lost his ability to produce popular, financially successful films.[5] Although It's a Wonderful Life initially received mixed reviews and was unsuccessful at the box office, it became a Christmas classic after its copyright lapsed and it fell into the public domain, which allowed it to be broadcast without licensing or royalty fees.[6]
400
Which country traditionally eats KFC for their Christmas dinner?
Japan
Interestingly enough, the Japanese love to indulge in some KFC on Christmas. The fast food restaurant becomes so popular that Christmas orders are placed up to two months in advance. The tradition started in the 1970s, after the first KFC opened in Japan, and the owner decided to sell a Christmas "party barrel" inspired by the classic American turkey dinner. Because Japan didn't really have any Christmas traditions previously, this one blew up, with some KFC locations even featuring Colonel Sanders dressed as Santa Claus.
400
Name as many Analytical Team members you can from over the years (including back to the Saginaw days). You have 60 seconds!
Gertrude
Truong
Amanda
Matt
Rosie
Kevin
Gayatri
Bich-Phuong
Lisa
Anthony
Queenie
Lily Huang
Frankie Lon
Chris Vitug
Lisa Williams
Lathika
In Saginaw Days:
James Archbell
Ali Kazmi
Jon Shroeder
Marcus Hinkson
Sarah Divortio
400
Name that cocktail:
A cold, coconutty cousin to eggnog, its basic ingredients include coconut cream, three types of milk (evaporated, condensed, coconut), rum, and cinnamon and nutmeg for flavor.
Coquito, a cold, coconutty cousin to eggnog, is a fridge staple throughout Puerto Rico's holiday season.
500
Which holiday song was originally sang by the person who also voices Tony the Tiger “they’re grrrrrrreat!”?
Thurl Ravenscroft is the singer behind “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch”. Ravenscroft’s other claim to fame is his voiceover work. He is the voice of “Tony the Tiger” and is best known for his “they’re grrrrrrreat!” line.
500
What was the name of Santa’s super-sled engine in Elf?
The Cringle 3000
500
Name two of the six most popular Christmas foods in the US per a 2022 survey (sides, main courses and desserts are all fair game)
- 1. Roasted potatoes (91%)
- 2. Scalloped potatoes (83%)
- 3. Roast beef (77%)
- 4. Red velvet cake (76%)
- 5. Ham (76%)
- 6. Christmas nuts (76%)
500
The IPD-CA Team won the team Halloween costume one year in Redwood City. Name the costume theme and at least 3 people who were included and what they were dressed as. Bonus 50 points for every additional person you get correct!
Costume: IPD-Pipeline the A to Z of Drug Delivery
- David – Plumber pushing products through the pipeline
- Dexter/Susan – the Spray Dryer
- Kelly – Signaling protein
- Charina – Sample protected from light and foil pouched
- Patrick – Processing guy
- Penny – Monoclonal Antibody
- Lisa Williams – Virus
- Grace/Lily – all the money from our pipeline
500
What was Queen Elizabeth II's favorite cocktail?
Dubonnet and Gin Cocktail
Elizabeth II was known to love a Dubonnet, a French drink by Pernod Ricard which combines fortified wine with herbs and spices – so much so that she gave it a Royal Warrant in November 2021.
