Bible/History
The wise men brought these three gifts for the baby Jesus, not the most useful items to give a newborn.
What are gold, frankincense, and myrrh?
This real-life department store served as the setting for the Christmas film “Miracle on 34th Street”.
What is Macy’s?
The figure of Santa Claus can be traced back to this real life, Turkish-born monk from the third century who was known for helping the poor.
Who is Saint Nicholas?
During the holidays, this famous New York City landmark features a colossal Christmas tree and a popular ice-skating rink.
What is Rockefeller Center?
The smooth, candy-like hard frosting used to decorate sugar cookies goes by this regal name.
What is royal icing?
This angel announced the birth of Jesus to Mary.
Who is Gabriel?
This giggling red monster was the hit of the holidays as the best-selling Christmas toy of 1996.
What is Tickle Me Elmo?
In Germany, this frightening anti-Santa Claus with goat’s hooves and horns punishes children who misbehave instead of bringing them gifts.
Who (or what) is Krampus?
The tradition of using a decorated tree as a symbol of Christmas began in this European country.
What is Germany?
These are the four major food groups for elves in the Christmas film “Elf”.
What are candy, candy canes, candy corns, and syrup?
A lesser known person of the Christmas story; he was born to Elizabeth.
Who is John?
Rather than dining on turkey, the Whos in Whoville in Dr. Seuss’s Christmas classic “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” enjoy this descriptively named main dish.
What is roast beast?
This cool character is the mythological figure traditionally said to be responsible for leaving icy, fern-like patterns on windows on a winter's morning.
Who is Jack Frost?
This tradition, now associated with Christmas, began in Ancient Greece as a blessing of fertility in wedding ceremonies.
What is kissing under the mistletoe?
In “We Wish You a Merry Christmas”, the carolers threaten to stay put until they receive this proper English dish
What is figgy pudding?
The Roman King who ordered the slaughter of young boys in Bethlehem.
Who is King Herod?
This 2004 animated Christmas feature was an adaptation of an illustrated storybook by Chris Van Allsburg, the same author who created “Jumanji.”
What is “The Polar Express”?
The tradition of the Yule Goat is believed to have roots in the mythology of this Norse god of thunder, whose chariot was pulled by two goats.
Who is Thor?
Popping tubes used in the U.K. to hold gifts and small treats go by this explosive name.
What are Christmas crackers?
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
What are mincemeat pies?
Mary and Joseph had to go to Bethlehem for this governmental function that is still in practice today.
What is the census?
It may sound like a composition from the Middle Ages, but this classic Christmas hymn appeared in 1843 and made its debut in 1847.
What is “O Holy Night”?
In Iceland, this Christmas witch comes down from her cave in the mountains to gather up ill-behaved children for her and her husband to eat at Christmas.
Who is Gryla?
These candlelit paper lanterns are a Christmas tradition in Mexico and in the Southwestern U.S.
What are luminarias?
This traditional Italian sweet bread known for its tall, dome shape is primarily enjoyed during the Christmas and New Year holidays.
What is Panetonne?