Christmas Around the World
In Japan, Christmas is not a national holiday, but it is often celebrated by eating this fast-food item, which has become a Christmas tradition due to a successful marketing campaign by the company.
What is KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken)?
In the famous holiday movie / book "A Christmas Carol," Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by how many ghosts on Christmas Eve?
What is 4?
This sweet drink, often associated with the holidays, combines milk, eggs, sugar, and a hint of nutmeg.
What is Eggnog?
This traditionally terrifying figure is said to leave lumps of coal for naughty children instead of gifts.
Who is Krampus?
What Christmas character does Mr. Martineau dress up as every year, without fail?
Who is Buddy the Elf?
In Mexico, Christmas is celebrated with a tradition called Las Posadas, where people reenact Mary and Joseph's search for shelter. This tradition lasts for how many days, beginning on December 16th?
What is nine days?
In "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer," how many reindeer pull Santa’s sleigh, including Rudolph?
What is nine? (The eight traditional reindeer plus Rudolph.)
This spicy Mexican dish, often enjoyed during Christmas, is made of masa dough and filled with meats, wrapped in corn husks, and steamed.
What are Tamales?
This iconic ballet tells the story of a young girl named Clara and her journey to the Land of Sweets on Christmas Eve.
What is the Nutcracker?
Every year, on the last day of dress up before Christmas break, what is the dress up theme?
English people also enjoy a holiday dessert known for its rich ingredients of dried fruit, suet, and spices. It is often served with a sprig of holly on top. What is the name of this Christmas dessert?
What is Christmas pudding?
In the 2000 movie "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," the Grinch’s heart grew three sizes after he realized the true meaning of Christmas. How many sizes had his heart originally been, according to the story?
What is two sizes too small?
Often served during Hanukkah, these crispy potato pancakes are fried to golden perfection and enjoyed with applesauce or sour cream.
What are latkes?
This reindeer on Santa's sleigh is named after the german word for lightning?
Who is Blitzen?
This holiday themed fundraiser gives coats to those in need and is called by what name?
What is The Wall of Warmth?
In Italy, a sweet, yeasty bread loaf studded with dried fruits and nuts is a Christmas tradition. It is often served at the holiday table and is sometimes referred to as the "King of Italian Christmas Cakes." What is the name of this Italian Christmas bread?
What is Panettone?
In the classic Christmas song "The Twelve Days of Christmas," how many total gifts will I receive from my true love on the 7th day?
What is 28 items?
This dish, made of which pickled fish and cream, is a key part of a traditional Scandinavian Christmas smörgåsbord.
What is herring?
This character, known for straddling the line between Halloween and Christmas, is also known as the Pumpkin King.
Who is Jack Skellington?
Dr. Teske stood in the school harassing people on Monday. What did he call himself?
What is The Hallway Grinch?
In Iceland, Christmas is celebrated with the Yule Lads, a group of 13 trolls who visit children on the 13 nights leading up to Christmas. The Yule Lads are said to be the sons of this mythical creature.
Who is Grýla, the giantess?
How many las are there in the chorus of Deck the Halls?
8 (Also accepted: 36)
This popular holiday drink is often served hot and combines apple cider, spices like cinnamon and cloves, and sometimes a splash of rum or wine.
What is mulled cider (or mulled wine)
In Home Alone 2, this iconic Christmas figure helps Kevin McCallister find his way in New York City after gifting him two turtle doves.
Who is the Pigeon Lady?
During the holiday season, one staff member frequently brings in a deep fried turkey for the other staff to enjoy. Who?
Who is Mr. Harris?