Name That Christmas Carol
There must have been some magic,
In that old silk hat they found.
For when they placed it on his head,
He began to dance around!
Frosty the Snowman
"It's all humbug, I tell you."
A Christmas Carol
In the movie Elf, what condiment does Buddy put on everything?
Syrup
What food is traditionally left out for Santa Claus on Christmas Eve in the United States?
Milk and cookies.
"The children were nestled all snug in their beds,..."
While visions of sugar plums danced in their heads
In what town was Jesus born?
Bethlehem
What Christmas decoration was once banned in the U.S.?
Tinsel arrived on the scene in Germany in the 1600s, where it was made from real silver. Fast forward a few hundred years and the decoration became banned in the United States because it contained lead.
She didn't see me creep,
Down the stairs to have a peep;
She thought that I was tucked up in my bedroom fast asleep.
I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus
"I believe, I believe, it’s silly, but I believe."
Miracle on 34th Street
In the movie A Christmas Story, what did Ralphie’s aunt make him?
A pink bunny onesie
What Christmas tradition, historically, involves knocking on doors for treats?
Caroling
"Away to the window I flew like a flash, ..."
Tore open the shutters and threw up the sash
What did the three wise men bring Baby Jesus?
Gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
What is the most recorded Christmas song?
Silent Night, which has accumulated over 733 recorded versions since 1978.
"Shepherds, why this jubilee?
Why your joyous songs prolong?
What the gladsome tidings be
Which inspire your heavenly song?
Gloria in excelsis Deo.
Gloria in excelsis Deo. "
Angels We Have Heard on High
"There’s a certain magic that comes with the very first snow. For when the first snow is also a Christmas snow, well, something wonderful is bound to happen. "
Frosty the Snowman
What real-life department store is Miracle on 34th Street based on?
Macy’s
What U.S. entity helped to popularize the tradition of children visiting Santa Claus in person?
Macy's
"With a little old driver, so lively and quick,..."
I knew in a moment it must be St. Nick.
How did the wise men know where to find Jesus?
By following a star.
How long do Christmas trees take to grow?
While it's only in your home for a matter of weeks, the average Christmas tree takes up to 15 years to grow to its full form.
Love and joy come to you,
And to you your wassail too,
And God bless you and send you a happy new year,
And God send you a happy new year.
Here We Come A-Wassailing
"Isn't there anyone who knows what Christmas is all about?"
A Charlie Brown Christmas
In the original Frosty the Snowman animated movie, what’s the first thing Frosty says when he comes to life?
"Happy Birthday!"
Which country is credited with starting the tradition of decorating Christmas trees?
Germany
He was dressed all in fur, from his head to his foot, And his clothes were all tarnished with ashes and soot; A bundle of toys he had flung on his back,..."
And he looked like a peddler just opening his pack.
What title did the angels use when announcing Jesus' birth?
"Savior, Christ the Lord"
What is the highest grossing Christmas film of all time?
The 2018 computer-animated film 'The Grinch' brought in $512,858,819 worldwide. The runner-up? Home Alone, the Christmas classic from 1990.
O star of wonder, star of night,
Star with royal beauty bright,
Westward leading, still proceeding,
Guide us to thy perfect Light.
We Three Kings Of Orient Are
"Nobody's walking out on this fun, old-fashioned family Christmas."
National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
When was the Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer TV special first aired?
1964
What was traditionally placed on top of Christmas trees before stars and angels became popular?
Apples.
"He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle, And away they all flew like the down of a thistle. But I heard him exclaim, ere he drove out of sight,..."
HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO ALL, AND TO ALL A GOOD-NIGHT!
What animal is specifically mentioned in the biblical birth narrative?
None, animals are not named in this scripture. Their presence is implied.
Candy Canes date back as far as...
1670. According to History.com, the choirmaster at the Cologne Cathedral in Germany gave the red and white sugar sticks to young singers to keep them quiet during the Living Creche tradition on Christmas Eve.