Christmas Music
In the song, "Frosty the Snowman," what made Frosty come to life?
An old silk hat
The Polar Express
What beverage company has been using Santa Claus in its advertising since 1931?
What much reviled Christmas food is known for its long shelf life?
Fruitcake
According to legend, what holiday goodies were shaped to resemble a shepherd's staff, as a way to remind children of the shepherds who visited baby Jesus?
Candy Canes
What Christmas- themed ballet premiered in Saint Petersburg, Russia in 1892?
The Nutcracker
What is the name of the family featured in National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation?
The Griswolds
According to the folklore of Austria and other countries, what horned figure punishes naughty children at Christmastime?
Krampus
In the song, "We wish you a Merry Christmas," what type of pudding is called for?
Figgy Pudding
What was the name of the animatronic cassette playing bear toy that every kid wanted for Christmas in the mid 80s?
Teddy Ruxpin
The song, "Jingle Bells," was originally written to celebrate what holiday?
Thanksgiving
What was the name of Rudolph's girlfriend in the "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" television special?
Clarice
What well-known Christmas carol became the first sone ever broadcast from Space in 1965?
Jingle Bells
What country is it traditional to hide a pickle ornament in The Christmas Tree, with the finder receiving an extra gift?
Germany
True or False - Studies show that the average American gains 3 lbs. over the holidays.
False - It's actually closer to 1 lb.
What classic Christmas carol contains the lyric, "Strike the harp and join the chorus?"
Deck the Halls
"Miracle on 34th Street" centers on what real-life department store?
Macy's
In what modern day country was Saint Nicholas born?
In what country did the tradition of eating a Christmas Ham originate?
Germany
In what country do people celebrate Christmas by eating chicken from KFC?
Japan
What unlikely duo recorded the song, "Peace on Earth/Little Drummer Boy" in 1977?
Bing Crosby and David Bowie
According to Buddy the Elf, what are the 4 main food groups?
Candy, candy canes, candy corns and syrup
According to legend, the tradition of hanging stockings dates back to Saint Nicholas. What were the first stocking stuffers?
Gold Coins
According to the old English tradition, which coin was placed in the Christmas pudding mixture?
A sixpence
What environmentalist U.S. president banned Christmas trees at the White House?
President Theodore Roosevelt