Santa Claus
Name 3 of Santa's reindeer, other than Rudolph =)
Dasher
Dancer
Prancer
Vixen
Comet
Cupid
Donner
Blitzen
Here are some numbers: if Santa delivered presents to every child on Earth he would be carrying at least 400,000 tons of presents. Nine reindeer can't pull that much weight (not to mention the sleigh and Santa himself) - in fact, you'd need at least 360,000 reindeer. Good luck remembering all those names! =)
What is considered to be the best gift for Xmas?
How many gifts is one person supposed to get?
4
“something they want, something they need, something to wear, and something to read.”
How many calories can one eat at Christmas?
One can eat more than 5,000 calories at Christmas when you add up the turkey, dressing, mashed and sweet potatoes, other sides, pie, rolls, and drinks.
Tinsel has a storied history
Tinsel was invented in 1610 in Germany. It was spun from real silver and then hammered out and was more of a luxury decoration than the cheap tree trimming it is today. The U.S. government once banned tinsel because it used to contain poisonous lead, but no need to worry now — it's just plastic. That said, it should still be kept away from young kids and pets since it can be a choking hazard.
What can you catch in the winter with your eyes closed?
a cold
What is Santa Claus called in other languages and cultures?
Santa Claus has lots of different names! In the UK, he’s also known as Father Christmas – or even just Santa. But in other countries he goes by different names. In the USA, some people call him Kris Kringle. In France he is called Père Noël / Papa Noël. In Poland he goes by Święty Mikołaj (meaning St. Nicholas). And in Germany, Santa is known as Weihnachtsmann (which literally translates to English as ‘Christmas Man’). Which name is your favourite?
How did the first greeting cards appear?
The first Christmas card was designed in 1843 by Sir Henry Cole, who was looking for a way to save time and money on sending gifts to his friends and family.
What is a pig in a blanket?
A sausage wrapped in bacon
This author wrote the famous Christmas story about the grumpy Ebenezer Scrooge.
Charles Dickens
Why do Dasher and Dancer love coffee?
Because they're Santa's star bucks!
What is the speed of Santa's sleigh?
Santa’s sleigh is the fastest vehicle ever! On Christmas Eve, Santa has to travel around the world to deliver presents to all the children on the nice list. There are about 2.5 billion children in the world – so Santa’s sleigh has to move at a speed of around 1,800 miles per second, wow!
Where does the Xmas tree originate from?
The iconic Christmas tree has a lot of roots (forgive the pun). Ancient Egyptians used to mark the winter solstice by decorating their homes with green palms, while the Romans celebrated Saturnalia with evergreen boughs. These green plants signified that the spring would return with new life. The first Christmas trees as we know them today started in Germany in the 16th century
What treat can Santa find on the mantelpiece?
A glass of milk and a few mince pies
In the past, these mini pastries, also called "mincemeat pies," contained mutton, beef, rabbit, pork or game. However, most versions today consist of dried fruits, spices, candied citrus peel and brandy.
Which of Santa's reindeer has the same name as another holiday mascot?
Cupid
What's St. Nick's favourite measurement in the metric system?
The Santametre
What does Santa have to do with the Netherlands?
When the people of the Netherlands moved to the colonies of the New World, they brought with them the legend of Sinterklaas, which is Dutch for St. Nicholas. By the late 1700s, the story of the eclectic Sinterklaas reached American pop culture as Dutch families gathered to honor the saint’s death, and over time, the name evolved into Santa Claus.
What is the name of the US president that banned Christmas trees from the White House?
A. George Washington
B. Andrew Jackson
C. Theodore Roosevelt
Theodore Roosevelt, an avowed environmentalist, banned Christmas trees from the White House during his presidency. He was against real Christmas trees because he feared that Christmas trees would lead to deforestation.
What were the first gingerbread houses inspired by?
the Hansel & Gretel fairy tale by Brothers Grimm
Why are candy canes shaped like shepherd’s canes?
To remind of the gifts the shepherds brought to baby Christ.
What did the Christmas tree do after its bank closed?
It started its own branch.
What is considered to be the biggest (and heaviest) Christmas gift in the world?
The Statue of Liberty was gifted to the US by the French on Christmas day in 1886. It weighs 225 tons and thus you could consider it as the biggest Christmas gift in the world.
Where does the main Christmas tree in London come from?
Norway provides the tree in Trafalgar Square
Londoners and visitors alike probably know the iconic spruce that stretches to the sky in Trafalgar Square each year, but few realize it's an equally iconic holiday gift. Since 1947, the city of Oslo in Norway has given the tree to London as a token of gratitude for Britain's support during World War II.
What are the traditional dishes for Xmas? Could you name at least 8?
1) Roast Goose
2) Turkey
3) Glazed Christmas Ham
4) Gingerbread Houses
5) Eggnog
6) Chestnuts
7) Brussels Sprouts
8) Roasted Potatoes
9) Glazed Carrots
10) Gravy
11) Stuffing
12) Yorkshire Pudding
13) Cranberry Sauce
Why do some people spell Christmas as Xmas?
The ‘X’ in X-Mas, as we all use today, comes from the Greek meaning of ‘X’ i.e. Christ.
How much did Santa pay for his sleigh?
Nothing—it was on the house!