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Whatchamacallit?
100

In this country, Santa Claus is known as Hoteiosho, a kind, gift-giving Buddhist monk.

Japan

100

What Christmas movie features a department store Santa on trial to prove he is the real Santa Claus?

Miracle on 34th Street

100

The partner of Mary, a carpenter who "quietly divorced" from the relationship.

Joseph

100

Which building toy brand has sold over 600 billion bricks globally, making it one of the most popular Christmas gifts of all time?

LEGO
100

This holiday beverage, often spiced with nutmeg, is traditionally made from milk, cream, sugar, eggs, and alcohol. What is it called?

Eggnog

200

In this country, the "Christmas Witch" (La Befana) delivers gifts to children on January 6th, instead of Santa Claus.

Italy

200

"You'll shoot your eye out!" is a one of the most iconic quotes from this classic Christmas movie

A Christmas Story

200

What is the name of the angel who told Mary she would give birth to Jesus?

Gabriel

200

Over 50,000 lights are strung on the Christmas tree outside this iconic building (or center) in NYC

Rockefeller Center

200

This bright red and green holiday plant, named after the U.S. ambassador who introduced it to the U.S., is a Christmas favorite. What is it called?

Poinsettia

300

In this country, children receive their gifts from Sinterklaas on December 5th, known as Saint Nicholas' Eve.

The Netherlands

300

In the Polar Express, what hot drink is served to the children by dancing waiters?

Hot Chocolate

300
Lehigh University is situated in this city in Pennslyvania, named after the same place where Jesus was born

Bethlehem

300

This company manufactures the iconic doll that has sold over 1 billion units worldwide. It's so recognizable that it inspired a movie that was recently released.

Mattel

300

In Mexico and parts of Central America, this traditional Christmas event involves breaking a decorated piñata, symbolizing the victory of good over evil. What is this event called?

Las Posadas

400

In this country, Christmas dessert often includes pavlova, a meringue topped with whipped cream and fresh fruit.

Australia

400

Clark Griswold covers his house with over 25,000 Christmas lights in this movie

National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation

400

According to the Bible, what gifts did the Wise Men (or Magi) bring to baby Jesus?

Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh

400

What holiday classic book, written by Dr. Seuss, has sold more than 10 million copies since its first publication in 1957?

How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

400

This shiny, metallic decoration is often draped on Christmas trees and comes from the Old French word for "spark." What is it called?

Tinsel

500

In this country, people celebrate with a custom called Koliada, where carolers dress in costumes and sing in exchange for treats.

Ukraine

500

Which famous actor played Harry, one of the bumbling burglars known as the Wet Bandits, in Home Alone? He's a jolly GOOD FELLA

Joe Pesci

500

According to the Gospel of Matthew, which ruler ordered the massacre of male infants in an attempt to kill baby Jesus?

King Herod

500

What is the best-selling Christmas single of all time, with over 50 million copies sold worldwide?

"White Christmas" by Bing Crosby

500

In Japan, it’s a popular Christmas tradition to feast on KFC, but if you were following the classic "Twelve Days of Christmas" song, you’d have three of these birds as a gift instead of a bucket of fried chicken. What are they?

3 French Hens