Christmas History
This Saint, known for his generosity and gift-giving, is the inspiration behind Santa Claus
Who is Saint Nicholas?
This 1990 film features, an eight-year-old boy, who defends his house from burglars after his family accidentally leaves him behind on vacation
What is Home Alone?
This 12 day themed song’s origins can be traced back to 18th century England, with versus accumulating gifts like ” five golden rings.”
What is The 12 Days of Christmas?
What temperature does water freeze at in Celsius?
What is 0 degrees
The Rumple family staple meal for Christmas
What is Chicken and Noodles?
This plant, associated with Christmas, was considered sacred by the druids and is used in a popular kissing tradition.
What is mistletoe?
This classic Christmas movie tells the story of George Bailey and his guardian angel Clarence, who shows him what life would’ve been like without him.
What is It’s a Wonderful Life?
This classic Christmas song, written by Irving Berlin, is the best selling single of all time.
What is White Christmas?
This US state is the only one with a one syllable name.
What is Maine?
This warm, creamy drink, often spiked with rum or brandy, is a holiday favorite in both the US and Canada.
What is eggnog?
In 1843, this English author published A Christmas Carol, a story that popularized many Christmas traditions.
Who is Charles Dickens?
In The Santa Claus (1994), Tim Allen’s character becomes Santa after this unusual event.
What is Santa falling off the roof?
This popular Christmas song features the lyrics “ City sidewalks, busy, sidewalks, dressed in Holiday style.”
What is Silver Bells?
This chemical element with the symbol “Au” is known as a precious metal.
What is gold?
These striped, peppermint flavored treats are often hung on Christmas trees and decorations.
What are candy canes?
This country is credited with starting the tradition of decorating Christmas trees in the 16th century.
What is Germany?
In Elf, Buddy travels from the North Pole to New York City to find this person.
Who is his father?
This iconic song by Mariah Carey, released in 1994, has become one of the most streamed Christmas songs of all time.
What is All I Want for Christmas is You?
This video game character introduced in 1985 is known for stomping on Goombas and collecting coins.
Who is Mario?
This rich, fruit filled cake soaked in alcohol, is a divisive holiday dessert, often loved or hated.
What is fruitcake?
The first Christmas card was created in 1843 in this country.
What is England?
This Christmas movie features a magical train ride to the north pole based on a beloved children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg.
What is The Polar Express?
It’s jazzy, Christmas tune, famously performed by Eartha Kitt, ask Santa for extravagant gifts like a Sable and a convertible.
What is Santa Baby?
This 1969 event marked the first time human set foot on the moon.
What is the Apollo 11 moon landing?
This traditional British dish, made for minced meat or fruit, is commonly served in small pies during the holiday season.
What are mince pies?