Christmas Movies
In Home Alone where does Kevin McCallister's family go for Christmas?
Paris, France
Finish the lyric: “You better watch out, you better not cry…”
“You better not pout, I’m telling you why…”
In Japan, it’s popular to eat this fast food on Christmas.
KFC
What plant is traditionally hung in doorways at Christmas?
Mistletoe
This famous reindeer was created in 1939 for a department store advertisement.
Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer
This animated movie is about a train that takes kids to the North Pole.
The Polar Express
Which song begins with “Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock”?
Jingle Bell Rock
In which country did the first Christmas tree originate?
Germany
What color are Santa’s traditional clothes?
Red
What beverage is often called “milk punch” during Christmas?
Eggnog
In Elf, what food does Buddy put on his spaghetti?
Candy (or candy, syrup, marshmallows, etc.)
How many reindeer are mentioned in “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”?
9
In which country do children leave shoes out for St. Nicholas on December 5th?
The Netherlands (or Belgium)
What decoration is usually placed on top of a Christmas tree?
Star or Angel
Santa Claus is based on this real historical figure from the 4th century.
St. Nicholas
This 1966 TV special features a boy who directs a Christmas play.
A Charlie Brown Christmas
Which Christmas song includes the lyric “Later we’ll have some pumpkin pie”?
Jingle Bell Rock
What is Santa called in France?
Pere Noel
What year was the first Christmas card sent?
1843
What popular Christmas plant has red leaves that are actually not flowers?
Poinsettia
In It’s a Wonderful Life, what is the name of George Bailey’s guardian angel?
Clarence
Which Christmas song was originally written for Thanksgiving and not Christmas?
Jingle Bells
In Mexico, what celebration reenacts Mary and Joseph’s search for shelter?
Las Posadas
What do the three colors of Christmas lights often represent?
Red (blood), green (life), gold (light/royalty)
In 1882, these replaced candles as the safer way to light Christmas trees.
Christmas Lights