Christmas Movies
This 1990 film features Kevin McCallister defending his house from the "Wet Bandits."
What is Home Alone?
In this song, the singer advises not to "hang your future on a Christmas tree" but to "have a cup of cheer."
What is "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)"?
This traditional Christmas beverage is a sweet, dairy-based drink, often spiced with nutmeg and sometimes containing spirits.
What is Eggnog?
His name is derived from the Dutch Sinterklaas, a contraction of the name of this historical Christian saint.
Who is Saint Nicholas?
This prickly plant, traditionally hung in the doorway, allows anyone standing beneath it to be kissed.
What is Mistletoe?
George Bailey learns what life would be like if he had never been born in this classic 1946 film.
What is It's a Wonderful Life?
Bing Crosby first performed this classic, which holds the record for the best-selling single of all time.
What is "White Christmas"?
In Germany, this yeast bread, often containing dried fruit and covered with powdered sugar, is a traditional holiday treat.
What is Stollen?
This soft drink company popularized the modern image of Santa's red suit in the 1930s.
What is Coca-Cola?
This European custom involves an old log or piece of wood being burned from Christmas Eve until New Year's Day for good luck.
What is the Yule Log?
Will Ferrell plays Buddy, a human raised as an elf, in this 2003 comedy.
What is Elf?
The line "Later we'll have some pumpkin pie and do some caroling" is found in this winter-themed song.
What is "Jingle Bell Rock"?
This molasses-and-spice-flavored food is often cut into shapes of men or houses for holiday decoration.
What is Gingerbread?
Besides Rudolph, these are the only other two reindeer named in the original 1823 poem, A Visit from St. Nicholas, whose names begin with the letter 'D'.
Who are Dasher and Dancer?
In Iceland, children are visited for 13 days before Christmas by these mischievous figures, who leave gifts or a potato depending on behavior.
What are the Yule Lads (or Jólasveinar)?
This animated 2004 film is about a young boy's magical train ride to the North Pole.
What is The Polar Express?
This figure's nose is said to "glow an incredibly powerful red."
Who is Rudolph (the Red-Nosed Reindeer)?
This small, roasted vegetable is so popular on Christmas dinner plates in the UK that it’s often nicknamed the "mini-cabbage."
What is a Brussels sprout?
This North Pole feature is said to be how Santa is able to enter homes without a door.
What is the Chimney?
This festive plant with red and green leaves is popular in the US, but it is poisonous and must be kept away from children and pets.
What is a Poinsettia?
Tim Allen transforms into the titular figure in this 1994 trilogy starter.
What is The Santa Clause?
Eartha Kitt originally sang this song about what she wants for Christmas from a wealthy admirer.
What is "Santa Baby"?
A flaming, brandy-soaked version of this is a traditional dessert at Christmas dinner in the UK.
What is Plum Pudding (or Christmas Pudding)?
The common American phrase "Ho Ho Ho" is this mythological figure's signature laugh.
Who is Santa Claus?
In Italy, a kind witch named La Befana delivers presents to children on this date, which marks the end of the 12 days of Christmas.
What is Epiphany (January 6th)?