traditions
major events
miscellaneous
food
music
100

This plant, commonly used in Christmas wreaths and decorations, is often hung above doorways, and is associated with the tradition of kissing underneath it.

What is mistletoe?

100

This tradition, started in 1823, was popularized by the publication of a poem known as "'Twas the Night Before Christmas," which describes a jolly old man delivering presents to children.

What is the legend of Santa Claus?

100

This evergreen plant is traditionally hung in doorways and is known for its practice of kissing underneath it.

What is mistletoe?

100

This traditional holiday drink, typically made with milk, sugar, eggs, and often alcohol such as rum or bourbon, is a favorite during Christmas in many parts of the world.

What is eggnog?

100

What is the most overplayed song during Christmas season?

All I want for Christmas is you by Mariah Carey

200

This character, also known as Saint Nicholas in some cultures, is said to visit homes in the night, filling stockings with toys and treats.

Who is Father Christmas?

200

In 1931, this company helped cement the modern image of Santa Claus by using a red-suited, jolly old man in advertisements, a depiction that has since become iconic.

What is Coca-Cola?

200

In this country, children celebrate Christmas with the "Kris Kringle" tradition and the Feast of the Seven Fishes.

What is Italy?

200

This seasonal fruit is often used to make pies or served in cocktails and is a common fixture in holiday meals and desserts.

What are cranberries?

200

What is Americas most hated Christmas song?

Santa Baby 

300

In the United Kingdom, this traditional Christmas dessert is made with dried fruits, suet, and spices, and is often set on fire before being served with brandy butter.

What is Christmas pudding?

300

This event, initiated in 1924, became an annual tradition of public lighting in a famous park in New York City, symbolizing the start of the Christmas season.

What is the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting?

300

This U.S. president delivered the Gettysburg Address.

Who is Abraham Lincoln?

25% of the other team's points will be removed awarded to you if answered correctly.

300

This popular Christmas dessert made from layers of rich, creamy custard and sponge cake is often flavored with rum or brandy and topped with whipped cream.

What is trifle?

300

Finish the Lyrics-

Im so bad like Michael,

 I know im still young but I go, I go, 

Stupid, stupid, love like cupid

(Hint-Justin B)

Im the drummer boy so do it, do it

Little baby, Pa-rum-pa-rum-pum-pum

400

In this country, children place shoes outside their doors on December 5th in hopes of receiving gifts from Saint Nicholas.

What is the Netherlands?

400

In 1809, this classic Christmas story by Charles Dickens was published, becoming a significant influence on Christmas traditions, especially in the U.S. and the UK.

What is A Christmas Carol?

400

Known for their pyramids and hieroglyphs, this civilization thrived along the Nile River for thousands of years.

What is Ancient Egypt?

400

Denmark’s traditional Christmas candy is made from marzipan and almonds. What’s its name?


Nougat

400

your team has 1 minute to come up with a song and sing it to Ms. Jacob and everyone has to participate to get the points. 

+1000 points if Ms. Jacob approves.

500

On Christmas Eve, children in this country hang stockings for gifts from the "Christkind," a magical figure who is said to bring presents to good children.

What is Germany?

500

During this conflict, soldiers on both sides of the Western Front laid down their weapons for a brief period, exchanging gifts and singing carols during what became known as the "Christmas Truce."

What is World War I?

500

I'm tall when I'm young, and I'm short when I'm old what am I?

A candle. 

500

Which Christmas treat was originally used as a decoration on trees before it became a popular food to eat?

Candy Cane

500

What is the name of the first Christmas song made?

Jesus Refulsit Omnium by St. Hilary of Poltier