Basic Christmas
Where was Jesus born?
Bethlehem
Which fried potato pancake is traditionally eaten during Hanukkah?
Latke
What striped peppermint candy is shaped like a shepherd's staff?
Candy cane
Bells on Bobtails ring, making spirits bright…
What fun it is to ride and sing a sleighing song tonight. (Jingle Bells)
Complete this famous line from Elf: "The best way to spread Christmas cheer is ________"
"singing loud for all to hear."
What beverage company has used Santa Claus in its Christmas marketing since 1931?
Coca Cola
What does the word “Hanukkah” mean in Hebrew?
Dedication
What popular Christmas drink is made with eggs, cream, and sugar?
Eggnog
He’s making a list and checking it twice…
Gonna find out who’s naughty or nice. (Santa Claus Is Coming To Town)
Which musical instrument does Jack give Charlie in Jack Frost?
A harmonica
What word does the “X” in “Xmas” stand for?
Christ
What miracle is Hanukkah most famously associated with?
The oil in the temple menorah lasted eight days
What gives gingerbread its characteristic dark color?
Molasses
Jingle bell time is a swell time…
To go glidin’ in a one-horse sleigh. (Jingle Bell Rock)
Which Christmas carol do the children sing at the end of A Charlie Brown Christmas?
"Hark! The Herald Angels Sing"
In the “Twelve Days of Christmas” song, how many French hens does the true love give?
Three
What is the nine-branched candelabrum used during Hanukkah called?
Menorah
What are the ingredients in Grandma Nancy's cheese ball?
Cream cheese, (imperial) cheddar cheese, onions, Worcestershire sauce, pecans
Oh, I don’t want a lot for Christmas. This is all I’m asking for…
I just wanna see my baby standing right outside my door. (All I Want For Christmas Is You)
What is the name of the Grinch's dog?
Max
Which two of Santa’s reindeer names come from weather phenomena?
Donner (thunder) and Blitzen (lightning)
What lamp is kept burning in synagogues to symbolize God’s eternal presence?
Ner Tamid
What is the French name for the Yule log cake?
Buche de Noel
Santa baby, forgot to mention one little thing…
A ring, I don’t mean on the phone. (Santa Baby)
How many lights were on the Griswold's house in Christmas Vacation?
25,000 lights