Around The World In 80 Sleigh Bells
The Nativity Narrative
Advent-tising Genius
Traditions by The Tinsel
Merry Meals Across the Globe
Ralphie's Return
FINAL JEOPARDY
200
In this country, children leave their shoes out for "Sinterklaas" to fill with treats on December 5th, St. Nicholas' Eve.
What is The Netherlands?
200
These heavenly beings appeared to shepherds to announce the birth of Jesus.
Who are angels?
200
This courier company uses the tagline "Delivering joy" in its holiday ads, emphasizing timely gift deliveries.
What is Fedex?
200
Many families in the U.S. set out this warm beverage for Santa Claus alongside cookies.
What is milk?
200
In Germany, this spiced cookie, often shaped like stars or hearts, is a Christmas favorite.
What is lebkuchen?
200
Ralphie’s dream of becoming this is rekindled when he submits a story about his Christmas memories.
What is a published writer?
400
In this country in Northern Europe, children are visited by 13 mischievous holiday figures known as the "Yule Lads" in the 13 days before Christmas
What is Iceland?
400
Jesus was laid in this after his birth because there was no room in the inn.
What is a manger?
400
This video game company’s 2020 holiday campaign featured a heartwarming story about a grandmother gaming online with her grandchildren.
What is Xbox?
400
This decorative item often hangs on a door and is made from evergreen branches shaped into a circle.
What is a wreath?
400
In the Philippines, this purple rice cake, steamed in banana leaves, is a staple at Christmas celebrations.
What is puto bumbong?
400
In A Christmas Story Christmas, Ralphie returns to this Indiana town to spend the holidays with his family.
What is Hohman?
600
In this country capital, residents roller-skate to church for early morning Christmas services, a tradition known as "Gaita on Wheels."
What is Caracas?
600
The gifts of the Wise Men symbolized these three aspects of Jesus' life: kingship, divinity, and death.
What are gold, frankincense a myrrh?
600
This luxury car brand’s holiday ads often feature giant bows on their vehicles, with the tagline “A December to Remember.”
What is Lexus?
600
A popular tradition in Germany involves opening a small door each day on this festive calendar leading up to Christmas.
What is an advent calendar?
600
In France, this "Christmas log" dessert is a sponge cake rolled with cream and decorated to look like wood.
What is Bûche de Noël? (or Christmas log, or Yule Log)
600
In A Christmas Story Christmas, Ralphie visits this beloved childhood store to buy presents.
What is Higbee's?
800
In this country, the traditional Christmas Eve meal is called "Wigilia," and it often begins when the first star appears in the sky.
What is Poland?
800
After the angels appeared, this group was the first to visit the newborn Jesus.
Who are the shepards?
800
This chocolate company is known for its iconic bells playing “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” in its long-running holiday commercials.
What is Hershey's?
800
Introduced in 2005, this mischievous holiday character hides in homes and "reports" back to Santa each night.
What is Elf on The Shelf?
800
n Venezuela, Christmas dinner often includes these corn dough pockets filled with meats, olives, and raisins, wrapped in plantain leaves.
What are hallacas?
800
Ralphie’s childhood rival, who bullied him in the original film, is revealed to have taken on this new role in the sequel.
Who is Scut Farkus?
1000
This country is known for its giant lantern festival, held in the city of San Fernando during the Christmas season.
What is The Philippines?
1000
The Roman province where Bethlehem was located at the time of Jesus’ birth.
What is Judea?
1000
This upscale department store features an annual “Holiday Express” ad campaign, showcasing elegant gifting options and festive themes.
What is Neiman Marcus?
1000
Each year, a towering Christmas tree is lit in this New York City landmark plaza.
What is Rockefeller Center?
1000
In Ethiopia, Christmas, or Genna, is celebrated with a spicy chicken stew known by this name.
What is doro wat?
1000
Ralphie channels this famous holiday story when he turns the Parker family’s misadventures into a touching piece of writing.
What is A Christmas Carol?
1000
This American author is credited with shaping the modern image of Christmas in the U.S. through his 1823 poem, The Night Before Christmas, which introduced Santa’s reindeer and the idea of him entering homes through the chimney.
Who is Clement Clark Moore?