The UK & Ireland
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Film & TV
Santa Claus
Riddles
100

What is the ‘Christmas number one’?

The song that is number one in the charts on Christmas Day

100

In which country do naughty children get sticks for Christmas?

Czech Republic

100

What is the name of the reindeer in the film ‘Frozen’?

Sven

100

What snack do children leave out for Santa?

Cookies

100

These are found in the Harry Potter books and in Lord of The Rings too. They help make Christmas gifts that Santa brings to you. What are they?

Elves

200

Does it snow at Christmas in the UK & Ireland?

Sometimes

200

In which country is December 26th called ‘Boxing Day’?

The UK

200

Which famous TV family has a dog called ‘Santa’s Little Helper’?

The Simpsons

200

How does Santa Claus enter people’s houses?

Down the chimney

200

I come with a lot of colours, so lovely and bright. I turn so many houses into a beautiful sight. What am I?

Christmas lights

300

What do people eat at Christmas in the UK & Ireland?

Turkey, vegetables, potatoes

300

From which country does the city of Boston receive a gift of a fir tree?

Canada

300

How old is Kevin McAllister in the film ‘Home Alone’?

8

300

What other name(s) is Santa Claus known by?

Father Christmas, Saint Nicholas, Kris Kringle

300

Open me every day for something that can’t be beat. Behind each of the doors, you will discover a tasty treat. What am I?

Advent calendar

400

What’s inside a ‘christmas cracker’?

A banger, a paper hat, a joke, and a small gift

400

What type of cake is eaten in France on January 6th?

Almond

400

Why does Buddy visit New York in the film ‘Elf’?

To meet his birth father

400

What is the name of Santa’s mode of transport?

A sleigh

400

Although it might look like I belong on your toes, I’m actually hung up for gifts as every child knows. What am I?

Christmas stocking

500

What’s the name of the promise people make to themselves on New Year’s Eve?

New Year’s Resolutions

500

How much of the population of China is Christian?

4-6%

500

In the US, people tune in to watch the ball drop on New Year’s Eve. From which city is this broadcast?

New York
500

Which of these is NOT one of Santa’s reindeer?

Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Chaser

Chaser

500

I am a plant seen every Christmas which people hang up above and then they stand beneath me and kiss someone they love. What am I?

Mistletoe

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