Movies
What animated 2004 film is about a train that carries kids to the North Pole on Christmas Eve?
What is - The Polar Express
What sweet treat is traditionally topped with whipped cream and Marshmallows?
What is - Hot Chocolate
According to Guinness World Records, the tallest cut Christmas tree was about how many feet tall? (100, 200, 300, 400)
What is - 200 (212 to be exact)
In the United States, over 2 billion of these are sent each year at Christmastime
What is - Christmas Cards
Kris Kringle is the German name for Saint Nicholas
What is - False
- Kris Kringle is German but comes from a separate tradition that later melded with Saint Nicholas/Santa Clause.
In “A Christmas Story,” what happens to Ralphie’s friend as a result of a “triple-dog dare” from another classmate?
What is - His tongue gets stuck to the flagpole
What beverage company has been using Santa Claus in its advertising since 1931?
What mythical figure punishes naughty children in central Europe?
What is - Krampus
What Christmas decoration was originally made from strands of silver?
What is - Tinsel
The mom in “A Christmas Story” was right when she said falling icicles can seriously hurt people.
What is - True
- In fact, there are a handful of deaths by icicle every year.
What “cool” character is said to be responsible for the icy patterns left on windows on winter mornings?
What is - Jack Frost
What holiday drink is also called “milk punch”?
What is - Eggnog
According to the legend, what holiday goodies are shaped to resemble a Shepard’s staff, as a way to remind children of the shepherds who visited baby Jesus?
What is - Candy Canes
What plant’s berries are often white and traditionally hung on doorways?
What is - Mistletoe
Snow is White
What is - False.
- It’s translucent. The light reflecting off it makes it appear white?
What holiday movie sequel includes a cameo of Donald Trump?
What is - Home Alone 2
What much-reveled Christmas edible is known for its long shelf life?
In the early 1800s, the first gingerbread houses were reportedly inspired by what famous fairy tale?
What is - Hansel & Gretel
What beloved Christmas song was recorded by Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Jose Felicianco in 1970?
What is - Felis Navidad
Studies show that the average American gains three pounds over the holidays
What is - False
- It's closer to one pound
In Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” what was Mr. Scrooge’s first name.
What is - Ebenezer
According to Buddy the Elf, what are the four main food groups?
What is - Candy, Candy Canes, Candy Corn, and Syrup
What science fiction franchise had its own holiday television special in 1978?
The first “string lights” for Christmas trees were invented in which decade?
What is - 1880's
The Grinch is the highest - grossing Christmas movie.
What is - False
- How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) is higher