Random Knowledge
Which two of Santa’s reindeer names come from weather phenomena?
Donner (thunder) and Blitzen (lightning)
In the original Frosty the Snowman animated movie, what’s the first thing Frosty says when he comes to life?
“Happy birthday!”
In Mariah Carey’s classic “All I Want for Christmas,” song, what does she say she won’t even wish for?
Snow
What meal do people in Japan traditionally eat on Christmas?
Kentucky Fried Chicken
How many sizes does Grinch’s heart grow when he gets feelings?
3
The first artificial Christmas tree was made in the 19th century using the feathers of what bird?
Goose
In the classic Christmas movie, How The Grinch Stole Christmas, the Grinch was described with three words. What are they?
Stink, stank, stunk
In Donny Hathaway’s hit song “This Christmas,” what is shining bright?
The fireside
In one oddball tradition originating in Germany, an ornament shaped like what food item is hidden on the Christmas tree?
Pickle
In the 12 Days of Christmas song, how many ladies dancing?
9
What beverage company has used Santa Claus in its Christmas marketing since 1931?
Coca-Cola
In the movie Mean Girls, what song do the Plastics perform to for the Winter Talent Show?
"Jingle Bell Rock"
"Put on your yarmulke, it's time for Chanukah" is a line from his "Chanukah Song"
Adam Sandler
What is traditionally hidden inside a Christmas pudding?
A coin
How many food groups did Buddy the Elf say were the main ones?
4-candy,candy canes, candy corn and syrup!
Which branch of the military runs “Toys for Tots”?
The Marines
What are the burglars in Home Alone known as?
The Wet Bandits
In the song “Winter Wonderland,” what do we call the snowman?
Parson Brown
The folklore of what country features La Befana, a witch who rides a broomstick and delivers gifts to children on January 5?
Italy
How many different roles did Tom Hanks play in The Polar Express?
7
What country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
Germany
In the classic stop-motion animation Christmas special “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” Hermie the Elf would rather be this as an occupation.
Dentist
What dessert is mentioned in Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree?
Pumpkin pie
A thrilling twist to Christmas with Nicholas’s menacing companion. With his horns and fur, who is it that punishes naughty children with switches and chains, ensuring good behaviour?
Krampus
In total, how many gifts were given in the “Twelve Days of Christmas”?
364