Winter Holidays Around the World
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100

What is the name of the multi-branched candelabra used during Hanukkah?

Menorah

100

Which famous winter-themed ballet features characters like the Sugar Plum Fairy?

The Nutcracker

100

What is the main ingredient in latkes?

Potatoes 

100

In the movie Home Alone, where is Kevin's family travelling to when they accidentally leave him behind? 

Paris 

100
What is the name of the sport where players sweep in front of a stone on ice? 

Curling 

200

Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas Tree?

Germany
200

What is the first day of winter called?

Winter Solstice 
200

What is the name of the Italian holiday cake known for its dome shape and light fluffy texture? 

Panettone

200

In A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, what is the  name of Ebenezer Scrooge's business parter? 

Marley

(in the Muppet's Christmas Carol there were two Marleys) 

200

In skiing, what is another name for cross-country skiing? 

Nordic

300

According to Austrian folklore, what horned figure punishes naughty children during the holiday season?

Krampus

300

True or False: Icebergs are made of saltwater

False - they are made of fresh water 

300

Which spice, often associated with winter, comes from tree bark? 

Cinnamon

300
In Frozen, what is the name of the snowman who loves warm hugs? 

Olaf

300

Which country held the first Winter Olympics? 

France 

400

The seven-day celebration, meaning "the first fruits", which encourages people to think about their African roots as well as their life in present-day America, is called?

Kwanzaa

400

How many sides/points does a snowflake have?

Six 

400

What fast food resturant is a popular dinner in Japan on Christmas? 

KFC

400

What is the name of the Grinch's dog in How the Grinch Stole Christmas?

Max

400

Which NHL team started in 1917 and is the oldest NHL team in Canada? 

Toronto Maple Leafs 

500

Saturnalia is an ancient Roman winter holiday that honours which ancient god? 

Saturn, the god of agriculture 

500

The the Canadian Rockies you can find red snow, what is this known as? 

Watermelon Snow 

Caused by algae 

500

What does Buddy the Elf make for breakfast in Elf

Spagetti with pop tarts and syrup 

500

"Everytime a ______ rings, an angel gets its wings"

Bell 

500

Which game is similar to ice hockey and is played almost exclusively in the Scandinavian countries, the Baltics states, and Mongolia? 

Bandy