Christmas Movie Classics
In “A Christmas Story,” what happens to Ralphie’s friend as a result of a “triple-dog dare” from another classmate?
He gets his tongue stuck to a flagpole
In Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” what was Mr. Scrooge’s first name?
Ebenezer
One of Santa’s reindeer shares a name with a famous symbol of Valentine’s Day. Which reindeer is that?
Cupic
What else did the Chipmunks want besides a plane that "loops the loop"?
A hula hoop
What brings Frosty the Snowman to life?
A magical hat
What’s the name of the young boy forgotten at home in Home Alone?
Kevin McCallister
What’s the name of the giant snow monster who guards the North Pole in Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?
The Bumble (Abominable Snowman)
In one oddball tradition, an ornament shaped like what food item is hidden on the Christmas tree?
A pickle
What Christmas-themed ballet premiered in Saint Petersburg, Russia in 1892?
The Nutracker
How many sides does a snowflake have?
6
In National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, what does Clark Griswold want to achieve with his Christmas lights?
To have the best-decorated house on the block
What is the highest-grossing Christmas movie of all time?
The Grinch
The main character in The Polar Express can't hear... what?
Santa's sleigh bells
What Bing Crosby song is the best-selling single ever?
White Christmas
In which country is eggnog believed to have originated?
England
What’s the name of Rudolph’s girlfriend in the “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” television special?
Clarice
According to the folklore of Austria and other countries, what horned figure punishes naughty children at Christmastime?
Krampus
What beverage company has been using Santa Claus in its advertising since 1931?
Coca-Cola
Who wrote and recorded the song “Wonderful Christmastime”?
Paul McCartney
What is the shortest day of the year called and when is it?
Who played George Bailey in the Christmas classic “It’s a Wonderful Life?”
Jimmy Stewart
What is the name of the evil magician in Frosty the Snowman?
Professor Hinkle
In which country traditionally eats KFC on Christmas?
Japan
How many presents were given in total during the “Twelve Days of Christmas”?
364
How many real Christmas trees are sold in the U.S. each year?
Approximately 25 to 30 million