Food and Drink
What much-reviled Christmas edible is known for its long shelf life?
Fruitcake
What beloved Christmas song was recorded by Puerto Rican singer-songwriter José Feliciano in 1970?
Feliz Navidad
What traditional Christmas decoration is actually a parasitic plant?
Mistletoe
The celebrated “Christmas Truce” temporarily halted fighting during what war?
World War 1
In 1996, what toy with origins in Sesame Street was a sensation at Christmastime?
Tickle Me Elmo
In the song “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,” what type of pudding is called for?
Figgy pudding
What song was initially condemned by the Roman Catholic Church for allegedly portraying an adulterous affair?
“I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus”
In North America, wild reindeer are referred to as what?
Caribou
What famous Christian reformer is credited with being the first person to put lights on a Christmas tree?
Martin Luther
What brand of scooter was a must-have Christmas gift for children in 2000?
Razor
What beverage company has been using Santa Claus in its advertising since 1931?
Coca-Cola
What’s the German name for the song known in English as “O Christmas Tree?”
“O Tannenbaum”
What type of bird, whose name begins with the letter ‘R’, do you often see on Christmas cards?
A robin
According to legend, the tradition of hanging stockings dates back to Saint Nicholas. What were the first stocking stuffers? Hint: They weren’t toys.
Gold coins
The charity Toys for Tots is run by the reserve force of what branch of the U.S. military?
The Marines
What’s the name of the hot spiced cider that’s a yuletide tradition for many?
Wassail
Which classic Christmas carol contains the lyric “Strike the harp and join the chorus?”
“Deck the Halls”
What environmentalist U.S. president banned Christmas trees at the White House?
President Theodore Roosevelt
Which U.S. state was the first to declare Christmas an official holiday?
Alabama
Name the animatronic cassette-playing bear toy that every kid wanted for Christmas in the mid 80s.
Teddy Ruxpin
According to the Buddy the Elf, what are the four main food groups?
Candy, candy canes, candy corns, and syrup
In the song “Santa Baby,” the singer asks for a deed to what?
A platinum mine
What tree is the most popularly used Christmas tree?
Fraser Fir
In what century was the term “Xmas” coined?
the 16th century
What is the highest selling Christmas toy of all time?
Legos