Christmas Songs
Which Christmas song begins with the lyrics, “Chestnuts roasting on an open fire”?
The Christmas Song (“Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire”)
Which Gospel contains the genealogy that traces Jesus’ lineage back to Abraham?
Matthew
In How the Grinch Stole Christmas (animated or live action), what is the name of the little girl who befriends the Grinch?
Cindy Lou Who
What is the most popular flavor of candy canes in the U.S. besides peppermint?
Cherry
n Mexico, what festive celebration involves breaking a decorated container filled with candy and small toys?
Las Posadas / Piñata
What Christmas song was the first to be broadcast from space?
Jingle Bells
According to the Gospel of Luke, what Roman emperor ordered the census that led Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem?
Caesar Augustus
In Elf, what item does Buddy mistake for fruit and put on his spaghetti?
Maple syrup
What kind of candy is shaped into small bundles and wrapped in shiny foil, often called “Christmas nuggets”?
Chocolate coins
In Japan, it has become a tradition for many families to eat a specific fast food meal on Christmas Day. Which fast food chain is famous for this tradition?
KFC
In “Carol of the Bells,” what instrument are the bells compared to in the opening line?
A silver bell
Which angel spoke to Joseph in a dream regarding Mary’s miraculous pregnancy?
Gabriel (implied, though not named directly — acceptable answer: “the angel of the Lord”)
In The Grinch (2000), what is the name of the mountain where the Grinch lives?
Mount Crumpit
What type of candy is traditionally layered with chocolate and crushed peppermint, often called a holiday bark?
Peppermint bark
In which country do people traditionally leave shoes out for St. Nicholas to fill with small gifts and candy on December 6th?
The Netherlands
What Christmas song holds the Guinness World Record as the best-selling single of all time?
White Christmas by Bing Crosby
Who was the ruler of Judea when Jesus was born, prompting the slaughter of the innocents?
Herod the Great
In A Christmas Carol, what is the name of Scrooge’s cheerful nephew who invites him to Christmas dinner?
Fred
Which chewy, sticky candy is traditionally “pulled” until glossy and used in old-fashioned Christmas treats?
Taffy
In Venezuela, a popular Christmas tradition involves people getting around town on a specific type of transportation to attend early morning church services. What is it?
Roller skates
Which Christmas carol was based on a poem written by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow during the Civil War?
I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day
Which Old Testament passage is traditionally interpreted as the prophecy of the virgin birth?
Isaiah 7:14
In A Charlie Brown Christmas, what is the exact line Linus recites from the Bible to explain the meaning of Christmas?
And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them, and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord." (Luke 2:8–11)
What compound in peppermint gives candy its cooling effect, and why does it feel cold in your mouth?
Menthol; it activates cold-sensitive receptors (TRPM8) in the mouth, creating a cooling sensation.
In which country is it traditional to hide a pickle ornament in the Christmas tree, with the first person to find it receiving an extra gift or good luck?
Germany