Toys
Furbies were the hottest Christmas toy this year.
1998
The three gifts brought by the wise men.
Gold, frankincense, and myrrh
In Frosty the Snowman, Frosty comes to life when this item is placed on his head.
Old Silk Hat
The original name of the candy cane before it became associated with Christmas.
What is a Sugar Stick?
In Elf, Buddy says, “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is…”
Singing loud for all to hear
The Nintendo Wii became the most in demand Christmas item this year.
2007
The town where Jesus was born.
Bethlehem
“I don’t want a lot for Christmas” is the opening line of this song.
All I Want For Christmas Is You
Eggnog originally came from this part of the world.
What is England?
In Home Alone, after Kevin screams and puts his hands on his face, what happens next?
He shaves with aftershave and screams again
Cabbage Patch Kids caused nationwide frenzy this year.
1983
The group of people who were told about Jesus’ birth by angels.
Shepherds
In Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Rudolph is excluded from doing this activity with the other reindeer.
Reindeer Games
The hook shape of a candy cane was originally meant to represent this.
A shepherd’s staff
In A Christmas Story, Ralphie is told, “You’ll shoot your eye out.” Who says it most often?
His mother
Tickle Me Elmo was the must-have toy for Christmas this year.
1996
The Roman emperor ruling at the time of Jesus’ birth:
Caesar Augustus
This Christmas song is the best-selling single of all time.
White Christmas by Bing Crosby
Gingerbread became associated with Christmas because of this historical figure who popularized it.
Queen Elizabeth I
In The Grinch (2000), the Grinch says, “Maybe Christmas doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas…”
“Perhaps means a little bit more.”
The original PlayStation dominated Christmas wish lists this year.
1997
The Gospel that tells the Christmas story with angels and shepherds
The Book of Luke
“We’re gliding along with a song of a wintery fairyland” is a lyric from this Christmas song.
Sleigh Ride
This Christmas treat was originally given as a gift to guests instead of being eaten immediately.
Fruitcake
In It’s a Wonderful Life, what phrase does Clarence write in George’s book?
“Remember, no man is a failure who has friends.”