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In Charles Dickens, A Christmas Carol, What is Scrooge's catch phrase?
"Bah! Humbug!"
"Come, they told me pa-rum pum pum pum"
Little Drummer Boy
Who were the Magi?
Wise Men
What dish is most commonly served for Christmas dinner?
Ham.
What was the original purpose of the candy cane?
To aid bored kids in church.
The first candy cane was made in 1670 by a German choirmaster to help children endure lengthy nativity services.
In, A Christmas Carol, the ghost of Christmas Yet-to-Comes takes Scrooge where?
To see his own grave.
"You will get a sentimental feeling when you hear
Voices singing, let's be jolly
Deck the halls with boughs of holly"
Rocking Around the Christmas Tree
Which US president tried to ban Christmas tree's from the White House?
Theodore Roosevelt.
In what country are outdoor barbecues a traditional part of Christmas festivities?
A. Mexico
B. Brazil
C. Australia
D. India
Australia.
Christmas comes in the middle of summer and the temperature often hits a sweltering 100 degrees Fahrenheit on Christmas day. During this warm Australian Christmas season, outdoor barbecues have become a part of the Christmas tradition.
What is the name of Ebeneezer Scrooge's deceased business partner?
Bob Cratchit.
Who are the two main characters in, White Christmas?
Bob Wallace and Phil Davis
"What a bright time, it's the right time
To rock the night away"
Jingle Bell Rock
What famous Christmas song was originally written for Thanksgiving?
A. Jingle Bells
B. Silent Night
C. Do You Hear What I hear?
D. The Little Drummer Boy
Jingle Bells
"Jingle Bells" was originally composed for children to sing in a Boston Sunday School celebration. It was meant for the Thanksgiving season and had no connection to Christmas.
Around what time did American's start the tradition of bringing Christmas tree's into their home?
The 1890's
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer was created as a promotion for what department store?
Montgomery Ward
Which movie is this quote from?
"I never thought it was such a bad little tree. It's not bad at all, really. Maybe it just needs a little love."
A Charlie Brown Christmas
"Think of all the fun I've missed
Think of all the fellas that I haven't kissed
Next year, I could be as good
If you check off my Christmas list"
Santa Baby
What year was there a Christmas truce? The
Germans and British ceased their fire on the night of Christmas Eve. They even exchanged chocolate and sang Christmas songs together.
Christmas 1914.
Approximately how many people are sent to the ER each November/December due to decorating related injuries?
Roughly 15,000 people.
Which of the Beatles wrote "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)"?
In the 1990's Christmas Hit, Home Alone, what was the burglars signature move?
Plugged the drain and left the faucet running.
"Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance, but you still catch my eye
Tell me baby, do you recognize me?
Well, it's been a year, it doesn't surprise me"
Last Christmas
What was the song, Do You Hear What I Hear? originally written in response to?
The Cuban Missile Crisis.
It was written by Noël Regney and Gloria Shayne Baker as a plea for peace during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Regney had been invited by a record producer to write a Christmas song, but was hesitant due to the commercialism of the holiday. It has since sold tens of millions of copies and been covered by hundreds of artists.
What year was Christmas first celebrated on December 25th?
A. 1754
B. 336
C. 1458
D. 556
336.
The first recorded date of Christmas being celebrated on December 25th was in 336, during the time of the Roman Emperor Constantine (he was the first Christian Roman Emperor). A few years later, Pope Julius I officially declared that the birth of Jesus would be celebrated on the 25th of December.
In what country are Christmas trees decorated with spiders?
A. Bangladesh
B. Australia
C. Pakistan
D. Ukraine.
Ukraine
In traditional Ukrainian houses a Christmas tree will often be decorated with a spider and web for good luck.