Christmas
In the song “Frosty the Snowman,” what made Frosty come to life?
An old silk hat
Per a recent holiday fad, what “spy” hides around the house, reporting back to Santa on who has been naughty and nice?
The Elf on the Shelf
How many gifts in total were given in “The Twelve Days of Christmas” song?
364
What is Ralphie’s little brother’s name in the movie A Christmas Story?
Randy
What 1942 movie starring Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire opens on Christmas Eve?
Holiday Inn
What Christmas decoration was originally made from strands of silver?
Tinsel
tinsel was created in Nuremberg, Germany in 1610. At one point in history, it was even made out of real silver.
What much-reviled Christmas edible is known for its long shelf life?
Fruitcake
when stored properly, it can last for years and sometimes indefinitely? The oldest fruitcake was 114 years old and had been passed down from generation to generation.
In 2016 in Saskatoon, over 7,500 people helped set a Guinness World Record for the largest one of these.
Snowball fights
Name the animatronic cassette-playing bear toy that every kid wanted for Christmas in the mid 80s.
Teddy Ruxpin
In Home Alone, where are the McCallisters going on vacation when they leave Kevin behind?
Paris
Home Alone holds the title as the highest-grossing holiday film ever.
What Christmas beverage is also known as “milk punch?”
Eggnog
Eggnog originated in medieval Britain. Eggnog was an upper-class luxury since they were the only ones who had access to the milk, sherry and eggs required to create the original version. Monks in the Middle Ages added figs and eggs and called the drink "posset" while the wealthy kept with the simple recipe and used it for toasts or big events. Research shows that eggnog most likely became associated with the holidays due to a lack of refrigeration.
In what South American country will you find people roller skating all night on Christmas Eve?
Venezuela. They roll straight to Mass in the morning!
In the early 1800s, the first gingerbread houses were reportedly inspired by what famous fairy tale?
Hansel and Gretel
gingerbread houses date back to the 1600s, the tradition became widespread in Germany after the story of Hansel and Gretel was published in 1812.
What’s the name of the hot spiced cider that’s a yuletide tradition for many?
Wassail
In the movie “A Christmas Story,” what was the name of the next door neighbors with the rowdy dogs?
The Bumpuses
In the United States, How many Christmas cards are sent each year at Christmastime.
over 3 billion
The first Christmas card was created and sent by Sir Henry Cole, an English politician. The three-paneled card was embossed with the message "Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to You." It was later printed and sold as the idea of the Christmas card took off.
What game found under Christmas trees since 1978 had the tagline “the frantic marble munching game”?
Hungry Hungry Hippos
According to Guinness World Records, the tallest cut Christmas tree was about how many feet tall? A) 100 B) 200 C) 300 D) 400
B) 200 (212 to be exact)
It is rumored that Teddy Roosevelt outlawed Christmas trees in the White House during his term, given that he was a staunch environmentalist.
In the 1964 classic “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” what was the name of Rudolph’s faithful elf companion?
Hermey
In what year was the oft-reprinted editorial “Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus” originally published? A) 1897 B) 1907 C) 1947 D) 1957
A) 1897
What science fiction franchise had its own holiday television special in 1978?
Star Wars
In the song “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,” what type of pudding is called for?
Figgy pudding
How many reindeer are featured in the poem “Twas the Night Before Christmas”?
Eight (no Rudolph!)
Rudolph was almost named Rollo or Reginald and his crew also had lots of other names. They've previously been called Flossie, Glossie, Racer, Pacer, Scratcher, Feckless, Ready, Steady and Fireball.
According to legend, the tradition of hanging stockings dates back to Saint Nicholas. What were the first stocking stuffers? Hint: They weren’t toys or fruit.
Gold coins
The historic St. Nicholas heard about the plight of a local man who did not have enough dowry money to marry off his three daughters. The generous St. Nick tossed some money down the chimney that landed in the ladies' stockings that were drying by the fire. Over time, this evolved into the cherished holiday tradition of hanging stockings by the fireplace and filling them with small Christmas gifts.
What’s the name of Rudolph’s girlfriend in the “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” television special?
Clarice