Christmas Movies
This 1983 movie tells the story of a boy named Ralphie who desperately wants a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas, despite everyone telling him "You'll shoot your eye out."
What is A Christmas Story?
In this country, Christmas is celebrated with a festive "St. Lucia Day" on December 13th, where girls wear white gowns and a crown of candles.
What is Sweden?
This song, famously sung by Mariah Carey, became a Christmas classic after its release in 1994.
What is All I Want for Christmas Is You?
This hot drink, often served with whipped cream, is made from milk, sugar, eggs, and vanilla flavoring, and is popular during Christmas time.
What is Eggnog?
The Christmas tree tradition is believed to have originated in this country during the 16th century.
What is Germany?
This 1946 film is considered one of the greatest Christmas movies of all time, featuring a character named Clarence, who helps George Bailey discover the impact of his life.
What is It's a Wonderful Life?
In this country, children celebrate Christmas by placing shoes out to be filled with candy on December 6th.
What is the Netherlands?
This Christmas song was written in 1943 by Johnny Marks and was first performed by Gene Autry, telling the story of a reindeer with a glowing red nose.
What is Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?
These sweet, ring-shaped cookies are made using butter, sugar, and often topped with sprinkles or icing during Christmas.
What are Sugar Cookies?
The famous Christmas carol "O Holy Night" was composed by Adolphe Adam in 1847. It was originally written in which language?
What is French?
This 2003 animated movie features a magical train journey to the North Pole, with a boy questioning his belief in Santa Claus.
What is The Polar Express?
El Dia de los Reyes" on January 6th is celebrated in Spain and Latin America, honoring the arrival of the Three Wise Men. What do children traditionally receive?
What are gifts or presents?
This Christmas carol, originally written in German, includes the line "O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord."
What is O Come, All Ye Faithful?
This savory Christmas dish, often served with mashed potatoes, is a favorite in the UK and traditionally made of pork or beef.
What is Christmas Roast (or Christmas Dinner)?
The largest Christmas tree ever recorded was in this country, standing at 221 feet tall. Where was it located?
What is Mexico?
This 1974 Christmas movie was the first to feature Santa Claus as a real person who has to prove his identity by showing a “classical” record of how Santa works.
What is Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town?
This country celebrates "La Nochebuena" on December 24th, a family-oriented feast, often including a roasted pig as the centerpiece.
What is Cuba?
This 16th-century hymn has lyrics that include "O tidings of comfort and joy," and tells the story of the birth of Christ.
What is God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen?
This fruit, dried or fresh, is often used in Christmas cakes or as a holiday snack.
What is Cranberry?
In 1841, this country introduced the first decorated Christmas tree in public, sparking a European trend.
What is England?
This 1996 film stars Bill Murray as a modern-day Scrooge who is visited by three ghosts during Christmas Eve.
What is Scrooged?
Celebrated on December 5th in parts of Germany and Austria, this tradition features people dressing as horned figures who roam the streets to frighten others, representing a companion of St. Nicholas.
What is Krampusnacht?
Written by Mel Tormé and Bob Wells in 1945, this jazzy Christmas standard is about the warmth of the holiday season and was first recorded by the Nat King Cole Trio.
What is The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire)?
In Germany and Austria, this spiced fruitcake is traditionally enjoyed during Christmas and contains marzipan, nuts, and dried fruits.
What is Stollen?
The first recorded Christmas card was sent in 1843 in England by Sir Henry Cole. What was depicted on the original card?
What is a family Christmas dinner?