Movies
The Polar Express
In the song "The twelve days of Christmas," what is the number of French Hens?
3 French Hens
Which Christian Saint is better known as Santa Claus?
Saint Nicholas
What did Jesus lay in at his birth?
Manger
What is the name of the plant often used to decorate homes during Christmas, with its bright red and green leaves?
Poinsettias
Which actor played the role of Buddy, a human raised by elves, in the movie "Elf"?
Will Ferrell
Which of the following songs is not included on Mariah Carrey's 1994 Christmas Album?
A) Santa tell me
B) Santa Claus is coming to town
C) All I want for Christmas is you
A
Including Rudolph, how many reindeer does Santa have?
9: Rudolph, Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donder, and Blitzen
Who was the father of Jesus?
God (Joseph works too)
What is the traditional day to put up a Christmas tree in the United States?
A) The first day of December
B) The first day of Advent
C) The day after Thanksgiving
C
A Red Ryder Carbine Action 200-shot Range Model Air Rifle was the only Christmas present desired by the protagonist of what classical movie?
A Christmas Story
Known as the best-selling Christmas single of all time, "White Christmas" was recorded by what artist in 1942?
Bing Crosby
Which actor has never played the role of Santa Claus in a movie?
A) Tom Hanks
B) Kurt Russell
C) Matt Damon
D) Tim Allen
C
Tom Hanks (Polar Express), Kurt Russell (The Christmas Chronicles), and Tim Allen (The Santa Clause)
What is the meaning of the word "Immanuel?"
"God with us"
Where is the iconic giant Christmas tree located in New York City every year?
Rockefeller Center
In the movie "Home Alone," what are the names of the two burglars trying to break into Kevin's house?
Harry and Marv
The following lyrics belong to what 1986 Christmas song?
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears
Ill give it to someone special
"Last Christmas" by Wham
Starting with an ad campaign in 1931, which American company is often credited with popularizing the image of Santa wearing a red suit?
Coca Cola
Why didn't the wise men return to King Herod?
An angel appeared to them in a dream and told them to take another route because of King Herod's plan
For Italian-Americans, it is customary to celebrate Christmas Eve with a feast of seven different types of what?
Fish
In the 2000 film adaptation of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" starring Jim Carrey, what is the name of the Grinches loyal dog?
Max
Written by Felix Bernard and Richard B. Smith in 1934 and included in the movie Die Hard in 1988, which song describes a picturesque winter scene, while not specifically mentioning Christmas, has nevertheless become a beloved holiday classic?
Walking in a Winter Wonderland
What country was the original Santa Claus from?
Turkey
Who was the Emperor at the time of Jesus' birth?
Augustus
It what country is it a tradition to celebrate Christmas by hiding a pickled cucumber in the Christmas tree?
Germany