Winter Traditions
In what country is it a Christmas tradition to hide a pickle ornament in the Christmas tree?
Germany
What is the term for a storm with heavy snowfall and strong winds?
Blizzard
In which classic movie does a boy get left at home by himself for Christmas?
Home Alone
What hot drink, often made with chocolate, is a popular winter beverage?
Hot Cocoa or Hot Chocolate
Complete the lyrics: "Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way, Oh what fun it is to ride in a..."
One-horse open sleigh
In which country do people celebrate "Boxing Day" the day after Christmas?
United Kingdom and/or Canada
What is the largest type of snowflake, classified by its large size and feathery branches?
Dendrite snowflake
In "A Charlie Brown Christmas," what is Charlie Brown’s choice of a Christmas tree?
A small, scraggly tree
Name the fruit that's typically associated with a pomander and used to make a sweet cider in winter.
Apple
Which holiday song was originally written for Thanksgiving, not Christmas?
"Jingle Bells"
Which Jewish holiday is celebrated around December and includes lighting a menorah?
Hanukkah
The heaviest snowfalls often happen on which mountain range in the United States?
The Sierra Nevada
Which animated movie features a snowman who loves summer?
Frozen
What traditional holiday drink is often served with rum and nutmeg?
Eggnog
What song tells the story of a snowman who magically comes to life?
"Frosty the Snowman"
In Japan, which bird is a popular symbol of good luck during the New Year celebrations?
The Crane
What is the official name for the Northern Lights?
Aurora Borealis
In "Elf," what does Buddy pour on his spaghetti to make it “the four main food groups”?
Syrup
In Mexico, what is the name of the warm holiday drink made from corn and milk?
Atole
In the song "Winter Wonderland," who is Parson Brown?
Answer: A minister (they pretend he’s a minister who can marry them)
A minister (they pretend he’s a minister who can marry them)
In Iceland, children leave their shoes by the window for gifts from the Yule Lads. How many Yule Lads visit them?
Thirteen
Which city in the world receives the most snowfall annually?
Aomori, Japan
In "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," what town does the Grinch attempt to steal Christmas from?
Whoville
This dried fruit is a staple of holiday fruitcakes and is often mentioned in carols.
Fig
This song opens with the lyrics, "I don't want a lot for Christmas, There is just one thing I need, I don't care about the presents underneath the Christmas tree..."
"All I want for Christmas" -Mariah Carey