Winter Holidays
Which city is famous for its New Year’s Eve ball drop?
New York City
Which winter sport uses a single board instead of two skis?
Snowboard
What is the main alcoholic ingredient in traditional mulled wine?
Red wine
What sport involves sliding downhill on two symmetrical wooden planks over the snow?
Skiing
How many reindeer does Santa have pulling his sleigh?
(including Rudolph)
9
Which country hosted the first Winter Olympic Games in 1924?
France
What is the name of the Italian Christmas bread that is filled with dried fruits and nuts?
Panettone
How many tips do traditional snowflakes have?
6
Name the seven principles of Kwanzaa
Umoja, Kujichagulia, Ujima, Ujamaa, Nia, Kuumba, and Imani
In ice hockey, how many players (including the goalie) are on the ice for each team during regular play?
6
In Japan, what noodle dish is traditionally eaten on New Year’s Eve for good luck?
Soba
Which country in Africa receives the most snowfall?
Lesotho
Which empire did the Jewish people defeat during the events commemorated by Hanukkah?
Seleucid Empire
Which country has won the most gold medals in Olympic speed skating?
Netherlands
Which Caribbean drink, often enjoyed during winter holidays, is similar to eggnog but made with coconut milk and rum?
Coquito
What is the name of the phenomenon where snow appears pink or red due to algae growth?
Watermelon Snow
Which Pope introduced the Gregorian calendar, which most of the world uses today? (Must name the pope and the Pope's number)
Gregory XIII
In curling, what is the term for the circular target area on the ice?
House
What is the name of the German spiced cookie often enjoyed during winter, traditionally made with honey and nuts?
Lebkuchen
What is the term for the granular snow that forms on the surface of glaciers due to sublimation?
Névé