Winter
When animals sleep during the winter, what is it called?
Hibernation
What winter holiday lasts nine days in December?
Hanukkah
Which Christmas song contains the lyrics “In the meadow we can build a snowman, Then pretend that he is Parson Brown”?
Winter Wonderland
In the Bible, where was baby Jesus born?
Bethlehem
What holiday drink is made from apple cider, spices, and sometimes alcoholic beverages?
Wassail or Mulled Cider
What famous winter festival takes place in New Orleans?
Mardi Gras
What kind of cookie is used to build candy-decorated houses during Christmas?
Gingerbread
What is Mr. Scrooge’s first name in “A Christmas Carol”?
Ebenezer
Where is Santa Claus said to live?
The North Pole
What drink and food get left out for Santa on Christmas Eve?
Milk and Cookies
Where did dog sledding first start?
Alaska
What is the name of the traditional Christmas cake made using dried fruit, spices, and nuts?
Fruitcake
Which Christmas song by Bing Cosby is the best-selling of all time?
White Christmas
In what country did the tradition of the Christmas tree originate?
Germany
What U.S. President had his own recipe for eggnog?
George Washington
Which is longer during the winter, the day or the night?
Night
What date is Valentine’s Day?
February 14th
Which famous Whoville character is known for stealing all the presents from under the Christmas tree?
The Grinch
In “A Christmas Carol,” Scrooge is visited by how many ghosts?
4
What day is National Candy Cane Day?
December 26th
What stops growing in the winter?
Trees/Plants
Which song, commonly associated with Christmas, is actually a song about winter?
Jingle Bells
What is the name of the Christmas song famously performed by Elvis Presley?
Blue Christmas
In a popular Christmas song, Santa Claus is seen kissing who under the mistletoe?
Mommy
What country is eggnog believed to originate from?
England