Fiction and Festivity
This is the author of a Christmas carol.
Who is Charles Dickens
The Christmas tree originated in this country.
What is Germany
This sweet, spicy beverage is traditionally served hot during Christmas and is made with wine or cider.
What is mulled wine
Santa's famous laugh is often described as this. (Ie. Do the laugh)
What is "ho, ho, ho".
This popular tradition involves placing a star or angel at the top of the tree, symbolizing the star of Bethlehem or the angel who announced Christ's birth.
What is the tree topper
This famous ballet is set at Christmastime.
What is the Nutcracker
This was the first state in the U.S. to officially recognize Christmas as a holiday.
What is Alabama
Eggnog is traditionally made with this type of alcohol.
What is rum or brandy
In some countries, children put out shoes instead of stockings to receive gifts from Santa, and they are filled on this day (or night before) of the year. (Give the date and NAME of the event/holiday)
What is December 6, Saint Nicholas Day/ St. Nick’s Night
This brightly colored decoration, often hung on the branches of a Christmas tree, is shaped like a small, thin tube or ball and reflects and shimmers in light.
What is tinsel
The phrase, "God bless us everyone" is spoken by this character in A Christmas Carol.
Who is Tiny Tim
The idea of Santa Claus arriving via chimney was first popularized in this 1823 poem.
What is Twas the Night Before Christmas
In the movie Elf, Buddy creates a breakfast dish topped with this unconventional sugary ingredient.
What is maple syrup
In many versions of the Santa story, this part of his autonomy is said to jiggle like a bowl full of jelly when he laughs.
What is his belly
This type of Christmas decoration is typically hung over the fireplace, awaiting the arrival of small gifts, candy, and scratch-offs.
What are stockings
In How the Grinch Stole Christmas, this is the name of the little girl who helps change the Grinch's heart.
Who is Cindy Lou Who
This country was the first to use electric Christmas lights, in 1882.
What is the United States
In the movie Home Alone, Kevin McAllister orders "A beautiful cheese pizza, just for me," from this pizza restaurant.
What is Little Neros Pizza
Santa's red suit, white beard, and jolly persona were popularized by this soft drink company in the 1930s.
What is Coca-Cola
This holiday decoration, often displayed in windows or on doorsteps, consist of 24 compartments, one for each day leading up to Christmas, with a small treat or scripture in each.
What is an Advent calendar
In The Polar Express, the children received this gift as a reminder of the magic of Christmas.
What is a bell
The first Christmas card was sent in this year.
What is 1843
This sweet bread, filled with fruit, is a popular Italian Christmas treat.
What is panettone
Santa Claus is also known by this name in Dutch tradition.
Who is Sinterklaas
These poison plants are known for their red and green leaves and are commonly used as decorations during the holidays.
What are poinsettias