CHRISTMAS
Christmas is celebrated on the 25th of December. Who is the patron saint remembered on the 26th of December?
Stephen
What date is the first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere?
December 21
What do you call a disrespectful reindeer?
Rude-olph
In “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” how many reindeer pull Santa’s sleigh?
9
How many wise kings came to see Jesus?
3
What holiday does the Grinch want to stop from happening in Whoville?
Christmas
Everyone is familiar with the mistletoe tradition. What is the color of the berries of the plant?
white
At what temperature does water freeze?
0
What did Adam say the day before Christmas?
"It's Christmas, Eve."
How many gifts did the singer receive in “12 days of Christmas?”
364
In which country did the tradition of decorating Christmas trees originate?
Germany
What is the name of the Grinch’s loyal dog?
Max
How does Santa Claus go back up the chimney to continue his journey of delivering gifts?
He places his finger on the side of his nose, gives a smile and a nod.
What do you call a snow storm?
a blizzard
What do you call an old snowman?
In the 12 Days of Christmas, who sends the gifts?
The singer’s true love
Which British author is credited with popularizing many of the traditions of modern Christmas through his 1843 novella?
Charles Dickens
Finish this quote: "Maybe Christmas doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit ____ ."
more
One of the most famous companies in the world used to have advertisements featuring a happy, smiling Santa Claus. Name the company
Coca Cola
What does snow do in warm weather?
It melts.
All day I sit on a shelf, but come alive and move during the nights. I tell Santa who's been naughty and who's been nice. Who am I?
The Elf on the Shelf
Which song features the lyrics, “I don’t want a lot for Christmas, there is just one thing I need”?
All I Want for Christmas Is You
After leaving Bethlehem, to which country did Joseph, Mary, and Jesus travel?
Egypt
Why does the Grinch hate Christmas, according to his backstory?
He was bullied as a child and humiliated during a Christmas gift exchange at school.
Traditions of Christmas around the world will tell you that Santa Claus is known by many names. What is the French name for Santa Claus?
Pere Noel
What do you call a piece of snow?
A snowflake
What Christmas carol is a favorite of parents?
"Silent Night"
Which Christmas song was originally written for Thanksgiving and includes the lyrics, “Oh what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open sleigh”?
Jingle Bells
What animals made baby Jesus warm?
cow (ox), donkey
What "gross" item does the Grinch eat during the Whoville feast?
A raw onion
When does the Russian Orthodox Church celebrate Christmas?
January 7th
What icy things hang from the roof?
an icicle
Why didn't the stocking want to eat Christmas dinner?
He was stuffed!
What country is credited with the creation of the song “Silent Night”?
Austria
What king was afraid of baby Jesus?
King Herod
What is the name of the mountain where the Grinch lives?
Mount Crumpit
What sound does Santa make?
HO HO HO!
What is the name of the natural light display often seen in polar regions during winter, caused by particles from the sun interacting with Earth's atmosphere?
The Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights)
Buddy and Hermey were both born on Christmas Eve. When Buddy was 6 years old, Hermey was half his age. If Buddy turns 100 years old this Christmas Eve, how old is Hermey going to be?
97
Which Christmas song begins with the lyrics, “You better watch out, you better not cry”?
Santa Claus Is Coming to Town
Which historical figure is believed to have inspired the modern image of Santa Claus?
Saint Nicholas
What causes the Grinch’s heart to grow three sizes in one day?
The Whos in Whoville celebrate Christmas with joy and kindness, even without their presents or decorations, teaching the Grinch the true meaning of Christmas.