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Grinchmas
100

This 1990 film features Kevin McCallister defending his house from the “Wet Bandits.”

What is Home Alone?

100

In Hawaiian, Christmas is sometimes called by this phrase, meaning “Merry Christmas.”

What is Mele Kalikimaka?

100

This novelty song features a grandmother in a tragic animal-related incident.

What is Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer?

100

Originated in Germany, shaped like a shepherd's crook.

What is candy canes?

100

This is the Grinch’s loyal dog and reluctant helper.

Who is Max?

200

In this movie, a boy takes a magical train ride to the North Pole.

What is The Polar Express?

200

Celebrated on December 26th, originated as a day for the wealthy to give gifts to servants and the poor after Christmas Day.

What is Boxing Day?

200

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What is Deck the Halls?

200

In Austria and Germany, this scary horned figure accompanies St. Nicholas to punish naughty children.

Who is Krampus?  

200

This young Who befriends the Grinch and helps change his outlook on Christmas.

Who is Cindy Lou Who?

300

This animated film features a skeleton discovering a holiday unlike Halloween.

What is The Nightmare Before Christmas?

300

This red-and-white plant is one of the most iconic Christmas flowers.

What is the poinsettia?

300

“a button nose and two eyes made out of coal.”

What is Frosty the Snowman?

300

This country is credited with starting the tradition of the Christmas tree in the 16th century

Germary

300

In the 2000 live-action movie, the Grinch is played by this actor.  

Who is Jim Carrey?

400

In this film, a department-store Santa claims to be the real Santa Claus, leading to a famous court case.

What is Miracle on 34th Street?

400

In Japan, this fast-food meal has become a Christmas Eve staple. 

What is KFC?  

400

Tutu on 8th day of christmas

What is Ukuleles?

400

This dessert log is traditionally eaten in France during Noël.

What is a bûche de Noël (Yule log cake)?

400

The Grinch’s sleigh nearly falls off a mountain but is saved when this happens to his heart.

What is it grows three sizes?

500

This classic has the line, “Every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings.”

What is It’s a Wonderful Life?

500

The modern image of Santa Claus in red and white was popularized by this company’s advertising in the 1930s.

What is Coca-Cola?

500

This 1951 hit by Eartha Kitt lists luxury items she wants from Santa, including a sable and a yacht.

What is Santa Baby?

500

This U.S. president once banned Christmas trees from the White House

Who is Theodore Roosevelt?

500

The Grinch lives on this mountain overlooking Whoville.

What is Mount Crumpit?