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In “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town”, what two things does Santa do to find out if you’ve been naughty or nice?
He’s making a list and checking it twice
How many points does a snowflake traditionally have?
B) Six – Snowflakes typically have six points due to the molecular structure of ice.
What fruit is traditionally placed in Christmas stockings?
Orange or tangerine
n the movie “Home Alone,” where was Kevin’s family traveling to when they left him behind?
Paris.
In which country is it a tradition to eat KFC for Christmas dinner?
Japan
What is the best-selling Christmas single of all time?
C) White Christmas
According to the Guinness Book of World Records, it has sold over 50 million copies worldwide.
What’s the name of the traditional Italian Christmas cake shaped like a dome?
Panettone
What is traditionally hidden inside a Christmas pudding for good luck?
A) A silver coin – Finding the coin in your portion was said to bring wealth in the coming year.
In “Home Alone 2,” who does Kevin run into in the hotel lobby?
Donald Trump
Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
C) Germany
Which Christmas song was actually written for Thanksgiving?
Jingle Bells
Which country donates the Christmas tree that stands in Trafalgar Square, London?
Answer: D) Norway – Norway has donated a Christmas tree to London every year since 1947 as a token of gratitude for British support during World War II.
What is the most common choice of meat for Christmas dinner in the UK?
Turkey
What is the name of the Grinch’s dog in “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”?
Max
When was the first Christmas card sent?
B) 1843
What year was Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” released?
B) 1994
What do Swedish children traditionally leave out for Santa? (Hard)
C) Coffee – Swedish children traditionally leave a cup of coffee for Santa Claus (Jultomten) to keep him awake during his long journey.
What candy is shaped like a shepherd's crook?
Candy Cane
In How the Grinch Stole Christmas, the Grinch wants to ruin Christmas for the citizens of what town?
Whoville
What was the original color of Santa’s suit before Coca-Cola’s influence?
D) VARIOUS COLORS
Which Christmas song did astronauts broadcast from space in 1965?
A) “Jingle Bells” – Astronauts Wally Schirra and Tom Stafford played “Jingle Bells” on a smuggled harmonica and bells during the Gemini 6 mission.
Which Christmas decoration do the British Royal Family traditionally not have on their trees?
A) Tinsel – The Royal Family traditionally does not use tinsel on their Christmas trees, preferring more elegant decorations.
What type of sauce traditionally accompanies roast turkey?
Cranberry sauce
What’s the title of the gangster movie Kevin watches in Home Alone?
Angels with Filthy Souls
When did the term “Xmas” first come into use?
B) 16th century