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Clark Griswald wanted to do this with his Christmas bonus?
What is put in a pool?
This Roman governor conducted the census that brought Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem.
Who is Quirinius?
This 1994 song has become one of the best-selling and most-played holiday singles of all time.
What is All I Want for Christmas is You?
This holiday beverage, made with rum, sugar, and spices, was historically consumed during Christmas celebrations in Colonial America and was even banned for a time in the early 19th century.
What is eggnog?
This country is credited with starting the tradition of decorating Christmas trees, which spread across Europe in the 16th century.
What is Germany?
In A Christmas Story, Ralphie’s ultimate Christmas wish is for a certain gift. What is the name of the specific item he hopes to receive?
What is a Red Ryder BB Gun?
This Old Testament prophet specifically mentioned that a virgin would conceive and bear a son called Immanuel.
Who is Isaiah?
The lyrics of this song ask for “figgy pudding” and refuse to leave until they get some.
What is "We Wish You a Merry Christmas"?
Gingerbread cookies are often decorated with icing which hardens after drying.
What is royal icing?
During the American Revolutionary War, George Washington famously led his troops across this river on Christmas night in 1776.
What is the Delaware River?
In the 1947 version of Miracle on 34th Street, this major department store is where Kris Kringle is hired to be the Santa Claus during the holiday season.
This hymn of praise, often called the "Song of Mary," was spoken by Mary when she visited Elizabeth.
What is the Magnificat?
This 1948 song, composed by Leroy Anderson and popularized by various artists, features the sounds of horses' hooves and a whip.
What is Sleigh Ride?
This traditional French dessert, shaped like a log, is often served at Christmas and is made from sponge cake rolled with buttercream, symbolizing the Yule log.
What is Bûche de Noël?
This country's tradition of celebrating Christmas on December 25th became official in 336 AD, making it the first country to establish the date as a national holiday.
What is Rome (or Italy)?
In A Charlie Brown Christmas, the special’s music was composed by this jazz legend, known for his iconic Christmas album, A Charlie Brown Christmas.
Who is Vince Guaraldi?
The precise offering that Mary and Joseph presented at the Temple during Jesus’ dedication, according to Jewish law.
What are two turtledoves or two young pigeons?
This carol, popularized by the King’s College Choir, is also known as “Adeste Fideles” in its Latin version.
What is O Come, All Ye Faithful?
In the UK, this holiday treat, traditionally served during Christmas dinner, is made from dried fruit, nuts, and suet, and is often flambéed before serving.
What is Christmas pudding?
The real St. Nicholas attended this historical church council in 325.
What is the Counsil of Nicea?
This 1946 Christmas classic was orginally a box office flop.
What is "It's a Wonderful Life"?
This prophecy from Jeremiah was fulfilled when King Herod ordered the massacre of infants, describing a voice heard in Ramah, weeping, and great mourning.
What is "Rachel weeping for her children"?
This carol, written by James Pierpont, was originally intended for Thanksgiving, not Christmas.
What is Jingle Bells?
This traditional Italian sweet bread, typically enjoyed during Christmas and New Year’s, is known for its light, airy texture and is often filled with dried fruit or candied citrus peel.
What is panattone?
This American president declared Christmas a national holiday in 1870, making it an official federal holiday in the U.S.
Who is Ulysses S. Grant?