Christmas carols
In what song do we sing about a “jolly, happy soul” named Frosty?
Frosty the Snowman
Q: What object is used to play the traditional Hanukkah spinning game?
A dreidel
What holiday cookie is often decorated with icing and shaped like people?
Gingerbread cookies (or gingerbread men)
In Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, what makes Rudolph different from the other reindeer?
His glowing red nose
What color suit does Santa Claus traditionally wear?
Red
Dashing through the snow, in a one-horse open sleigh” is the start of what song?
Jingle Bells
What is the name of the holiday that celebrates the miracle of the oil lasting eight days?
Hanukkah
What classic drink is made from milk, cream, sugar, and eggs during the holidays?
Eggnog
In Frosty the Snowman, what brings Frosty to life?
A magic hat
What do children usually leave out for Santa on Christmas Eve?
Cookies and milk
In which carol do we hear the line “Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la”?
Deck the Halls
What is lit each night of Hanukkah?
One candle on the menorah
What sweet treat is hung on Christmas trees and shaped like a hook?
Candy canes
What classic ballet-turned-movie features the characters Clara and the Sugar Plum Fairy?
The Nutcracker
What is the historical figure that inspired the modern Santa Claus?
Saint Nicholas
In which carol do we hear the angels sing “Glory to the newborn King”?
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
What small chocolate treat is often given to children during Hanukkah?
Gelt (chocolate coins)
What fried potato dish is commonly eaten during Hanukkah?
Latkes
Which classic movie features the line “You’ll shoot your eye out!”?
A Christmas Story
What item does Santa traditionally check twice?
His list
In which song does Santa check his list “twice”?
Santa Claus Is Coming to Town
What is the traditional greeting people say during the holiday?
“Happy Hanukkah” or “Hanukkah Sameach!”
What Italian bread-like cake filled with fruit is popular during Christmas?
Panettone
In Miracle on 34th Street, what department store does Kris Kringle work for?
Macy’s
In some stories, Santa lives at the North Pole with a group of small magical beings. What are they called?
Elves