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100
In the song “Frosty the Snowman,” what made Frosty come to life?
An old silk hat
100
What much-reviled Christmas edible is known for its long shelf life?
Fruit Cake
100
According to legend, what holiday goodies were shaped to resemble a shepherd’s staff, as a way to remind children of the shepherds who visited baby Jesus?
Candy Canes
100
In “A Christmas Story,” what happens to Ralphie’s friend as a result of a “triple-dog dare” from another classmate?
He gets his tongue stuck to a flagpole
100
Name this popular Christmas toy
Hoover board
200
In “The Chipmunk Song,” what do the chipmunks want for Christmas besides a plane that loops the loop?
Hula Hoop
200
What is America’s most popular cookie at Christmas time?
Sugar cookies
200
The celebrated “Christmas Truce” temporarily halted fighting during what war?
World War 1
200
In the TV special “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” what three words best describe the Grinch?
Stink, Stank, Stunk
200
In 1996, what toy with origins in Sesame Street was a sensation at Christmastime?
Tickle Me Elmo
300
What well-known Christmas carol became the first song ever broadcast from space in 1965?
Jingle Bells
300
According to the Buddy the Elf, what are the four main food groups?
Candy, Candy Canes, Candy Corns, and Syrup.
300
In the movie “A Christmas Story,” what was the name of the next door neighbors whose dogs ate the Christmas turkey?
The Bumpuses
300
What holiday movie sequel includes a cameo by Donald Trump?
Home Alone 2
300
What brand of scooter was a must-have Christmas gift for children in 2000
Razor
400
Who recorded the melancholy holiday hit “Hard Candy Christmas” in 1982?
Dolly Pardon
400
What’s the name of the hot spiced cider that’s a yuletide tradition for many?
Wassail
400
What famous Christian reformer is credited with being the first person to put lights on a Christmas tree?
Martin Luther
400
In the movie “A Christmas Story,” what was the name of the next door neighbors whose dogs ate the Christmas turkey?
The Bumpuses
400
Name the animatronic cassette-playing bear toy that every kid wanted for Christmas in the mid 80s
Teddy Ruxpin
500
The song “Jingle Bells” was originally written to celebrate what holiday?
Thanksgiving
500
In what country do people celebrate Christmas by eating chicken from KFC?
Japan
500
According to legend, the tradition of hanging stockings dates back to Saint Nicholas. What were the first stocking stuffers? Hint: They weren’t toys.
Gold Coins
500
In the 1964 classic “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” what was the name of Rudolph’s faithful elf companion?
Hermey
500
What is the name of Rudolph’s girlfriend in “Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer”?
Clarice