Winter Facts
What happens to the length of daylight hours during winter?
They get shorter
What is frozen water called?
ICE
What holiday dessert is shaped like a cane?
Candy Cane
What Jewish holiday is known as the festival of lights?
Hanukkah
What movie features a snowman that comes to life?
Frosty the Snowman
What is the first official day of winter called?
The Winter Solstice
What type of tree is used as a Christmas tree?
Evergreen Tree
What hot drink with marshmallows is often enjoyed in winter?
Hot Chocolate
What city drops a giant chocolate kiss on New Year's Eve?
Hershey, Pennsylvania
Which singer released the song "Mistletoe" in 2011?
Justin Bieber
Which month does winter officially begin in the Northern Hemisphere?
December
Which animal pulls Santa's sleigh in Scandinavian tradition? (Hint: It is not reindeer ... and some would say Lebron James is similar to this animal ... )
GOATS ... "The Goat" is also an acceptable response
What bread is filled with fruit at Christmas?
Fruitcake
What country did the tradition of the Christmas Tree originate?
Germany
Who wrote "A Christmas Carol"?
Charles Dickens
What is the coldest country in the world based on average annual temperature?
Canada
What state sees the most snowfall every year?
Alaska
In the movie "Elf" what does Buddy the elf put on everything?
Maple Syrup
What is the name of the official Christmas flower in America?
The poinsettia
Who's heart grew three sizes?
The Grinch
What is the coldest continent on Earth?
Antarctica
How fast do snowflakes fall on average?
3-4 miles per hour
What food does the McCallister's family have for dinner the night before they leave?
PIZZA
What country is known for eating KFC on Christmas?
Japan
What is Buddy the Elf's favorite color?
Purple