Holiday Literature
This Dr. Seuss story tells of a grumpy character who steals Christmas from the residents of Whoville.
What is How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
Which classic 1946 film features George Bailey learning the value of his life?
What is It's a Wonderful Life
In India, what sweet, fruit-filled cake—often called plum cake—is a staple dessert at Christmas?
What is Christmas cake (plum cake)
What creamy, spiced holiday beverage is often made with milk or cream, sugar, eggs, and sometimes alcohol?
What is Eggnog
What common pledge do people make at the start of the year to change or improve something about their lives?
What is New Year’s resolution
This 1843 novella by Charles Dickens features Ebenezer Scrooge and ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come.
What is A Christmas Carol
In the movie A Christmas Story, what specific toy does Ralphie desperately want?
What is A Red Ryder BB gun
What is the traditional Japanese fabric used to wrap and carry gifts, a reusable and eco-friendly alternative to paper.
What is Furoshiki
What warming spice gives gingerbread its distinctive flavor?
What is Ginger
Which traditional Scottish song is commonly sung at midnight on New Year’s to bid farewell to the old year?
What is Auld Lang Syne
This 1816 tale by E.T.A. Hoffmann inspired the famous ballet with music by Tchaikovsky
What is The Nutcracker and the Mouse King
Which holiday song is also known by the opening line "Chestnuts roasting on an open fire"?
What is The Christmas Song" (aka "Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire")
Which bright red plant, native to Mexico, is commonly used worldwide as a Christmas decoration?
What is Poinsettia
What is the German name for mulled (spiced, warmed) wine often served at Christmas markets?
What is Glühwein
The month of January is named after which Roman god of beginnings and transitions?
What is Janus
This 1985 picture book about a magical train to the North Pole was written and illustrated by Chris Van Allsburg.
What is The Polar Express
In which 2004 animated film does a boy take a magical train to the North Pole?
What is The Polar Express
In Japan, which fast-food chain has become a popular and widespread choice for Christmas dinner?
What is KFC
Which British holiday pudding, made with dried fruit and often flambéed with brandy, is traditionally served at Christmas?
What is Christmas pudding (also called plum pudding)
Which U.S. city is famous worldwide for its Times Square ball drop on New Year’s Eve?
What is New York City
This short story by O. Henry centers on a poor young couple who sacrifice their most prized possessions to buy each other Christmas gifts.
What is The Gift of the Magi
What movie did Buddy the Elf travels to New York City to find his father.
What is Elf?
Which Southern Hemisphere country often celebrates Christmas with beach gatherings and barbecues due to summer weather?
What is Australia
What sugar treat shaped like a shepherd's crook and often striped red and white.
What is a candy cane?
What is the Japanese tradition of greeting the first sunrise of the new year called?
What is Hatsuhinode