On The Big Screen
In "A Charlie Brown Christmas," this character directs the Christmas play and tries to find the true meaning of Christmas.
Who is Charlie Brown?
This song, popularized by Brenda Lee in 1958 when she was just 13 years old, has become a holiday standard and is often associated with Christmas tree decorating.
What is "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree"?
During this war, there was a famous unofficial Christmas truce in 1914 where soldiers on both sides temporarily stopped fighting.
What is World War I?
Leaving these two items out for Santa Claus on Christmas Eve is a popular tradition.
What are cookies and milk?
This town is the birthplace of Jesus, as mentioned in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke.
What is Bethlemhem?
In "Miracle on 34th Street," Kris Kringle is put on trial to prove he is the real Santa Claus and wins the case due to the delivery of these items addressed to Santa.
What are letters from children?
This Christmas carol, originally in German and known as "Stille Nacht," was first performed in 1818 in Austria.
What is "Silent Night"?
In 1962, this U.S. First Lady created a televised tour of the White House, showcasing its Christmas decorations.
Who was Jacqueline Kennedy?
This Christmas dessert, sometimes used as a gag gift due to its dense and heavy nature, is known for its long shelf life.
What is fruitcake?
This Old Testament prophet foretold that a virgin would conceive and bear a son, and he would be called Immanuel.
Who is the prophet Isaiah?
In "Home Alone," this is the name of Kevin’s fearsome neighbor, who is rumored to be a serial killer but turns out to be a kind old man.
Who is Old Man Marley?
This Christmas song, famously sung by Nat King Cole, talks about chestnuts roasting and Jack Frost nipping at your nose.
What is "The Christmas Song" (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire)?
This battle involved George Washington's crossing of the Delaware River on Christmas night, 1776, leading to a surprise attack on Hessian forces.
What is the Battle of Trenton?
In Italy, this sweet bread loaf, originally from Milan, is a popular treat during Christmas.
What is Panettone?
This is the name of the angel who appeared to Mary to announce that she would give birth to Jesus.
Who is Gabriel?
This is the fake department store where Buddy the Elf gets a job in the movie "Elf."
What is Gimbels?
This Christmas carol, with origins in the 16th century, is known for its Latin refrain, "Gloria in excelsis Deo."
What is "Angels We Have Heard on High"?
In 1955, a misprint in a Sears Roebuck & Co. catalog advertisement led to the creation of this famous Christmas hotline.
What is NORAD's Santa Tracker?
This fish dish is traditionally eaten in Poland on Christmas Eve as part of the Wigilia feast.
What is carp?
In the Gospel of Luke, this elderly man in the temple of Jerusalem prophesied the significance of Jesus when Mary and Joseph brought the baby for consecration.
Who is Simeon?
This classic Christmas movie features a Zuzu's petals in a crucial scene, serving as a reminder of the main character's impact on the world.
What is "It's a Wonderful Life"?
Originally composed for a Thanksgiving program in 1857, this song has become one of the most famous Christmas carols worldwide.
What is "Jingle Bells"?
This U.S. President, in 1889, was the first to decorate an official White House Christmas tree.
Who was Benjamin Harrison?
This briny treat is hidden by some as an ornament in a Christmas tree, with the finder receiving a special gift or good fortune for the next year.
According to the Gospel of Luke, this elderly prophetess, also present in the temple, recognized Jesus as the Messiah and gave thanks.
Who is Anna?