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100

In the 1983 movie, "A Christmas Story", what gift does Ralphie really want.

A "Red Ryder" air gun rifle.

100

Although a popular Christmas song, what holiday was Jingle Bells originally written for.

Thanksgiving

100

These action figures were based off a popular Sci-Fi movie released in 1977 and quickly flew off the shelves when they were released.

Star Wars action figures

100

What is the name of this popular North American alcoholic milk drink served from after Thanksgiving throughout the Christmas period. 

Egg Nog

100

In the Christmas carol, "We wish you a Merry Christmas" the carolers are pretty insistent they get this treat before leaving.

Figgy Pudding

200

In the 2003 film Elf, what name is given to the human child Santa accidentally carries to the North Pole?

Buddy

200

In what country were Christmas trees not readily accepted when first introduced.

The US

200

In 1978, this popular multi-player game challenged players to follow the colors that were highlighted.

Simon

200

These houses are made out of cookies, frosting or icing and can be decorated with candy. They are also delicious. 

Gingerbread Houses

200

In "Santa Claus in Coming To Town", the kids are told not do this.

Pout and Cry

300

In the 2000 feature film version of How the Grinch Stole Christmas, what was the name of the mountain range where Whoville was located?

"The Pontoos."

300

"Hanukkah" and "Chanukah" are the top two most-used spellings, respectively. In total, how many different spellings in English are used for the word.

16 different spellings

300

This Sesame Street character became extremely popular in 1996 for his infectious laugh when tickled.

Tickle me Elmo

300

A sweet German bread made with candied fruit, zest of citrus fruits, raisins, almonds and spices.

Stollen

300

The two reindeer mentioned in "Here Comes Santa Claus".

Vixen and Blitzen

400

What is the name of George Bailey's guardian angel in the 1946 movie "It's A Wonderful Life"?

Clarence Odbody

400

According to math expert Larry Silverberg, how long did he theorize it would take Santa to deliver all his presents across the world.

5 earth minutes

400

These trading cards based off of a popular 90's animated cartoon was the top selling gift of 1999.

Pokemon

400

These sweet little pies are of British origin and are enjoyed during Christmas in many English-speaking countries.

Mince pies

400

The kind of sleigh used in Jingle Bells.

A one-horse open sleigh

500

 In Home Alone, where were the McCallisters going on vacation when Kevin was left behind?

Paris

500

What is the total count of presents, in the song "Twelve Days of Christmas"

364:

Partridges: 1 × 12 = 12; Doves: 2 × 11 = 22; Hens 3 × 10 = 30; Calling birds: 4 × 9 = 36; Golden rings: 5 × 8 = 40; Geese: 6 × 7 = 42; Swans: 7 × 6 = 42; Maids: 8 × 5 = 40; Ladies: 9 × 4 = 36; Lords: 10 × 3 = 30; Pipers: 11 × 2 = 22; Drummers: 12 × 1 = 12 for a

total of 364

500

In 2002, this Japanese toy was created based off a popular anime and manga series. It featured spinning tops that kids would use to battle each other.

Beyblades

500

This sweet, light, bread loaf or ‘cake’ in a cupola shape is filled with candied fruit, lemon peel, orange peel. 

Panettone

500

This was given on the 7th day of Christmas in the song 'The 12 Days of Christmas'.

Seven swans a-swimming