Santa & Co.
From whom does the character of Santa Claus take inspiration?
St. Nicholas, a third Century Monk
What country is decorated with straw goats and ornaments?
a. Sweden
b. Germany
c. France
a. Sweden
Edible houses with candy decorations are made from this traditional baked substance
Gingerbread
Spotify has a playlist featuring 100 different versions of this holiday bop, which was originally written and recorded by 1980s Brit Pop duo Wham!
Last Christmas
the Grinch lays siege to what town in all of the grinch movies
Whoville
How many reindeer does Santa traditionally have, including Rudolph?
Nine
What country is known for lighting advent candles each sunday of December
a. japan
b. Iceland
c. germany
c. Germany
One of the key flavors in eggnog is this aromatic spice, often sprinkled on top as a garnish
Nutmeg
In “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer,” Grandma had been drinking too much of this festive holiday beverage
Eggnog
In the 1983 "A Christmas Story" Ralphie's father wins a lamp shaped like what?
Woman's leg
What reindeer is named after a symbol of love?
Cupid
What is celebrated with candlelight processions during the nine days before christmas in Mexico
a. Las Posadas
b. Rosca de reyes
c. Nochebuena
a. Las Posadas
In “We Wish You a Merry Christmas”, the carolers threaten to stay put until they receive this proper English dish
Figgy Pudding
This catch 1994 Christmas tune is the best-selling Christmas single ever recorded by a female artist, as well as being one of the highest-selling singles in music history
All I want for Christmas is You
There is an ongoing debate online about whether this action flick starring Bruce Willis and Alan Rickman is actually a Christmas film
Die Hard
What country was the original Santa Claus from?
Turkey
Which country traditionally eats KFC on christmas
a. America
b. japan
c. Australia
b. Japan
Consumers buy an estimated two million of these sugary Christmas loaves each year, a surprising amount for a dessert many people love to hate
fruitcake
In “A Holly, Jolly Christmas,” singer Burl Ives suggests that you say hello to these two classifications of people
Friends you know and everyone you meet
This 2004 animated Christmas feature was an adaptation of an illustrated storybook by Chris Van Allsburg, the same author who created “Jumanji.”
The Polar Express
What do swedish children leave for Santa Claus?
Coffee
In Finland what animal is believed to bring presents, similar to Santa
a. Lion
b. goat
c. Bear
b. Goat (to be specific The Yule Goat)
Christmas pies, served in many English-speaking countries, are also known by this more descriptive name, inspired by the blend of beef suet and fruit in the filling
mincemeat pies
These barnyard beasts kept time for a humble percussionist in the Christmas carol, “The Little Drummer Boy”
the Ox and Lamb
The role of Ebenezer Scrooch in 1992’s “A Muppet Christmas Carol” featured this two-time Academy Award-winning British actor
Michael Caine