Terms, Definitions & Phrases
This word describes the time leading up to Christmas, often associated with calendars that count down the days.
Adventa
Which one of Santa's reindeer has the same name as another holiday mascot?
Cupid
Red
Eggnog
"Frosty the snowman was a jolly happy soul..."
Frosty the Snowman - The Peter Pan Players
This term refers to a traditional log burned during the holiday season, sometimes served as a dessert in French cuisine.
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This is the name for the shortest day of the year, occurring in December.
Winter Solistice
Which Hollywood actor played six different roles in The Polar Express?
Tom Hanks
In the song “Frosty the Snowman,” what made Frosty come to life?
"You better watch out, you better not cry..."
Santa Claus Is Coming to Town - Mariah Carey
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This common phrase means to relax and enjoy the holiday season.
Soak up the holiday spirit
Coal
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June 1st
How many reindeer pull Santa's sled?
8
"Rockin’ around the Christmas tree, at the Christmas party hop..."
Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree - Brenda Lee
This term refers to the day when the clocks move forward in spring.
Daylight Savings Time
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The period of fasting before Easter is called this.
Lent
364
What fast food do people eat on December 25th?
KFC
"Chestnuts roasting on an open fire..."
The Christmas Song - Nat King Cole
The term for the slow period at the beginning of the year when people feel unmotivated after the holiday season.
In Spain, children receive gifts on this holiday rather than Christmas Day.
Three Kings Day
In the classic Christmas movie, How The Grinch Stole Christmas, the Grinch was described with three words. What are they?
Stink, stank, stunk
Why do Claire and Phil threaten to take Christmas away in Modern Family?
They think one of them tried a cigarette
"Do they know it's Christmas time at all?"
Do They Know It’s Christmas - Band Aid