Christmas Movies
Whose song sings "All I want for Christmas is you"?
Mariah Carey
The beverage company that has been using commercials starring Santa Claus since the 1930's.
Coca Cola.
Who was born on Christmas Day?
Jesus
In which country do they celebrate the new year later than everyone else?
China
France
Japan
China
According to tradition, when should you have your Christmas decorations down by?
January 1st
January 3rd
January 5th
January 5th
Who plays the role of Kevin in Home Alone?
Macaulay Culkin
Saint Nicholas was originally this before he became known as Santa Claus.
Saint Nicholas was a Monk
Where does Spanish Santa Claus leave gifts?
In boots
Under the tree
On the balcony
On the balcony
Why is the song ‘Jingle Bells’ so important?
A) It’s played in hospitals in America for the birth of any child on December 25th
B) It’s the highest grossing song of all time
C) It was Jesus’ favourite song
D) It was the first song ever played in space
It was the first song ever played in space
What is the name of the period between the holidays of Christmas and Epiphany?
1. Twelfth Night
2. Elf's Night
3. Christmas period
Twelfth Night
What animated film is about a train that carries kids to the North Pole
The Polar express
What is customary to do in Spain at midnight on New Year's Eve?
-Shout the words "Hooray!"
-Eat 12 grapes
-Write wishes on paper and burn them
Eat 12 grapes
What colour is the Grinch?
Green
Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
A. Finland
B. Austria
C. Paris
D. Germany
The modern Christmas tree originated in Germany, where families set up a paradise tree in their homes on December 24, the religious feast day of Adam and Eve. They hung wafers on it (symbolizing the Eucharistic host, the Christian sign of redemption)
How many ghosts visit Scrooge?
3
Guess the movie:
A young man breaks three important rules concerning his new pet and unleashes a horde of malevolently mischievous monsters on a small town. The main character's name is Gizmo.
Gremlins
After Joseph, Mary and Jesus left Bethlehem, they went to which country?
Egypt
Name of the plant that people kiss under at Christmas?
Mistleltoe
What fruit is traditionally put inside a Christmas stocking?
A. Pomegranate
B. Cranberries
C. Oranges
D. Apples
Some believe the festive tradition of putting oranges or clementine in Christmas stockings started in America during the Great Depression in the 1930s when families struggled to afford gifts so left the small piece of fruit in their children's stocking instead.
In which country does a woman play the role of Santa Claus?
In Italy
In Sweden
In Spain
In Italy
What is a nutcracker?
A toy soldier
The French word “Noel” is often used around Christmas, but what was its original meaning in Latin?
What is Birth.
Can you name the missing reindeer from the list?
Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, _ _ _ _ _, Donner, Blitzen and Rudolph
Cupid
Which holiday was ‘Jingle Bells..’ originally written for?
A. New Years
B. Easter
C. Thanksgiving
D. Valentine’s Day
James Lord Pierpont wrote a song called "One Horse Open Sleigh" and performed it at his church's Thanksgiving concert originally. In 1857, it was republished under the name.”
How many festive bells do the Japanese hear on New Year's Eve?
108