Around the World
What mythical figure punishes naughty children in central Europe?
Krampus
How many reindeer does Santa Claus have?
Nine (Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blitzen, and Rudolph)
This holiday treat was originally designed to resemble a shepherd’s staff. What is it?
Candy cane
What is Frosty the Snowman’s pipe made of?
Corncob
What’s the title of the movie about a train that carries kids to the North Pole?
What do many people in Japan eat for their Christmas meal?
Kentucky Fried Chicken
What was the original color of Santa Claus’s suit in early illustrations before red became standard?
Green
Before electric Christmas lights were invented, what did people use to light up their trees?
Candles
In the “Twelve Days of Christmas” song, how many French hens does the true love give?
Three
In the movie Elf, what condiment does Buddy put on everything?
Syrup
Before turkey was common, what meat was often served at Christmas in England?
Goose or boar's head
What beverage company has used Santa Claus in its Christmas marketing since 1931?
Coca-Cola
The first “string lights” for Christmas trees were invented in which decade?
1880s
What Christmas song was originally written for Thanksgiving?
Jingle Bells
In the original Frosty the Snowman animated movie, what’s the first thing Frosty says when he comes to life?
Happy Birthday!
How do you say “Merry Christmas” in Spanish?
Feliz Navidad
What are the two most popular names for Santa Claus?
Kris Kringle and Saint Nick
In what year did Christmas (December 25) officially become a national holiday?
1870
In Mariah Carey’s classic “All I Want for Christmas,” song, what does she say she won’t even wish for?
Snow
In Home Alone, where are the McCallisters going on vacation when they leave Kevin behind?
Paris, France
What country is credited with starting the Christmas tree tradition in the 16th century?
Germany
Which U.S. state has a town named Santa Claus?
Indiana
In which century was Christmas first celebrated?
4th
What Christmas song holds the record as the best-selling single of all time?
What was the highest-grossing Christmas movie of all time?
Home Alone