Christmas
General Trivia
General Trivia
New Zealand Christmas
Tongan Christmas
Christmas Songs
Christmas Movies
100
What traditional Christmas decoration is made from a circular evergreen branch?
A wreath
100
In New Zealand, Christmas falls during which season?
Summer
100
What is a traditional Tongan food often served at Christmas feasts?
Roasted Pig
100
Which Christmas carol includes the line, "Glory to the new born King"?
"Hark! The Herald Angels Sing."
100
In which Christmas movie does a young boy named Kevin get accidentally left behind by his family during Christmas?
Home Alone
200
What color are the berries of a mistletoe plant?
White
200
What is the native New Zealand tree often associated with Christmas due to its bright red flowers?
Pohutukawa
200
What is the traditional Tongan feast called, typically served during special occasions?
Kai pola
200
In the song "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer," what does Rudolph guide through the night?
Santa's sleigh
200
In Frosty the Snowman, what magical object brings Frosty to life?
A top hat
300
What is Frosty the Snowman’s nose made of?
A button
300
Which iconic New Zealand dessert is often served during Christmas?
Pavlova
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300
Which famous explorer gave Tonga the nickname "The Friendly Islands"?
James Cook
300
Which song includes the lyrics, "I'm dreaming of a white Christmas, just like the ones I used to know"?
White Christmas
300
In Arthur Christmas, who is Arthur Christmas’ father?
Santa Claus
400
What is traditionally hidden inside a Christmas pudding?
A coin
400
What is the traditional Māori name for Christmas?
Kirihimete
400
Tonga is located in which ocean?
The South Pacific Ocean
400
In “Jingle Bell Rock,” what are the bells jingling around?
The clock
400
In Jingle All the Way, which toy does Arnold Schwarzenegger’s character try to buy for his son?
A Turbo Man action figure.
500
What do people traditionally put on top of a Christmas tree?
A star or an angel
500
In New Zealand, what is a popular Christmas activity often done at the beach?
Barbecuing BBQ
500
In Tonga, what is the most significant aspect of Christmas celebrations?
Attending church services and celebrating faith.
500
Which song includes the lyrics, "Oh, the weather outside is frightful, but the fire is so delightful"?
Let it snow! Let it snow! Let it snow!
500
In The Polar Express, what does the conductor punch on the ticket of the main character?
"Believe"
600
What was the first company to use Santa Claus in an advertisement?
Coca-Cola
600
Which New Zealand fruit is commonly featured in Christmas desserts?
Kiwifruit
600
What type of music is commonly performed during Christmas celebrations in Tonga?
Traditional Tongan hymns and choir performances.
600
In the song “Silent Night,” what is described as "holy"?
The night
600
In Elf, which famous New York landmark does Buddy the Elf visit to meet his father?
The Empire state building
700
In the song "Jingle Bells," what is it fun to ride in?
A one-horse open sleigh
700
What’s a common Christmas greeting in te reo Māori?
Meri Kirihimete
700
What is a traditional Tongan sweet treat enjoyed during Christmas feasts?
Faikakai (steamed pudding with coconut caramel sauce).
700
In “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” what gift is given on the fifth day?
Five golden rings
700
In The Grinch Who Stole Christmas (2000), who plays the Grinch?
Jim Carrey
800
What is the name of the period leading up to Christmas?
Advent
800
What is the name of the famous New Zealand Christmas parade held annually in Auckland?
The Farmers Santa Parade
800
What is the significance of the star during Tongan Christmas celebrations?
It represents the Star of Bethlehem, guiding the Wise Men to Jesus.
800
In "We Wish You a Merry Christmas," what do the carolers ask for?
Figgy pudding
800
In Home Alone, what are the names of the two burglars trying to break into the McCallister house?
Harry and Marv
900
What Christmas song holds the record as the best-selling single of all time?
"White Christmas" by Bing Crosby.
900
Which traditional Kiwi Christmas carol mentions a "Pavlova on the table"?
A pukeko in a Ponga tree
900
What is the name of the famous whale species that migrates through Tongan waters, attracting tourists for whale watching?
Humpback Whale
900
Finish the lyrics: "Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer had a very shiny nose, and if you ever saw it..."
"You'd even say it glows."
900
In How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, what is the Grinch’s dog’s name?
Max
1000
What are the two most popular names for Santa Claus?
Saint Nicholas or Kris Kringle
1000
Which bird, known for its melodious call, is often featured in New Zealand Christmas cards?
Tui
1000
Tonga is one of the first countries in the world to experience which event?
The New Year (due to its position near the International Date Line).
1000
Finish the lyrics: "Rockin' around the Christmas tree, at the Christmas party hop, mistletoe hung where you can see..."
"Every couple tries to stop
1000
In Shrek the Halls, who is trying to make Christmas more festive for the ogre family?
Donkey