Christmas Music Facts
What Christmas song inspired a truce during World War 1?
Silent Night” Inspired A Truce During World War I. On Christmas Eve 1914 —British troops spotted Christmas trees on the German side of the fight. Then they heard soldiers singing “Stille Nacht.” They responded by singing the English lyrics. Eventually, the troops emerged from the trenches to meet, exchange gifts, and even play soccer together. Fighting resumed on December 26.
What are mince pies traditionally made with?
The traditional minced pie was made from a mixture of minced meat, suet, fruit, and spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. This was wrapped in shortcrust pastry to make a small pie. Modern recipes exclude meat and are now made of chopped dried fruit, spirits, and spices instead.
What’s the name of the town It’s a Wonderful Life takes place in?
Bedford Falls
What Christmas decoration was originally made from strands of silver?
Tinsel
Which drinks manufacturer is said to have popularized Santa’s red and white costume?
Coca-Cola.
Which Christmas song has the lyrics “heaven and nature sing”?
Joy to the World
What is the traditional Christmas cake called?
Fruit Cake or Plum Pudding
What animated 2004 film is about a train that carries kids to the North Pole on Christmas Eve?
The Polar Express
Per a recent holiday fad, what “spy” hides around the house, reporting back to Santa on who has been naughty and nice?
Elf on the Shelf
When was the first Christmas tree lit up in the Rockefeller Center?
1933
What brings Frosty the Snowman to life?
A Magical Hat/ Silk Hat
What food was commonly served in England in the 16th century during Christmas?
Goose
What present does Ralphie want more than anything for Christmas, in the movie "A Christmas Story"?
A Red BB Gun
What traditional Christmas decoration is actually a parasitic plant?
Mistletoe
Which department store is said to have created Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?
Rudolph was created in 1939 by Robert L. May as an advertising gimmick for Montgomery Ward.
What is the highest-selling single of all time, which happens to be a Christmas song?
Bing Crosby's version of "White Christmas"
What pudding does the song “We wish you a Merry Christmas’ ask you to bring?
Figgy pudding
Who played George Bailey in the Christmas classic “It’s a Wonderful Life?”
Jimmy Stewart
Before before electric Christmas lights, what did people light their tree with?
Lit Candles
Which real-life person is Santa Claus based on?
The Christian bishop St. Nicholas
Let It Snow
What is a popular Christmas drink made from milk, eggs, and sugar?
EggNog
Who nominates the Grinch as the Whoville Holiday Cheermeister in the movie "How The Grinch Stole Christmas"?
Cindy Lou Who
What were the first artificial Christmas trees made of?
dyed goose feathers and wire
What is the legend of why Candy Canes were invented?
To keep Choir Boys quiet in church