O Tannenbaum!
Which type of Christmas tree comes sprayed heavily with fake snow? Hint: it rhymes with "blocked."
Answer: a flocked tree
In the 1940s and '50s, flocked Christmas trees were all the rage on the West Coast of the United States.
Which 1954 Christmas movie classic starred Bing Crosby? Hint: he also sang the song by the same name.
Answer: White Christmas
Danny Kaye and Rosemary Clooney also starred, and the movie featured a collection of songs by Irving Berlin.
Which Spanish Christmas greeting, meaning "Happy Nativity," is also the name of a song by Jose Feliciano?
Answer: Feliz Navidad
Which dessert is traditionally left for Santa Claus to nibble on while he fills the stockings with gifts?
Answer: Cookies
As per Christmas tradition, many people stand under which plant for a quick smooch?
Answer: Mistletoe
In 1963, the national Christmas tree in the U.S. was not lit until December 22nd due to a 30-day mourning period for which President?
Answer: John F. Kennedy
In which 1947 Christmas classic does Kris Kringle prove to the court that he is the real Santa Claus? Hint: the movie stars Maureen O'Hara, John Payne, Natalie Wood, and Edmund Gwen
Answer: Miracle on 34th Street
Which American singer, best known for folk hits including "Take Me Home, Country Roads," recorded a Christmas album with the Muppets?
Answer: John Denver
John Denver and the Muppets’ A Christmas Together is actually a soundtrack album based on a 1979 Christmas television special.
Which holiday drink consists of cream, eggs, and nutmeg?
Answer: Nutmeg
It can also contain spirits such as bourbon and/or rum.
Which eight-day holiday is known as the festival of lights?
Answer: Hanukkah
Which Protestant reformer was the first recorded person to decorate a Christmas tree? Hint: his initials are M.L.
Answer: Martin Luther
Legend has it that when he saw the stars twinkling through the branches of a tree, he wanted to share the moment with his children. He then went home and decorated an evergreen with candles for them.
In which 1946 movie does George Bailey's guardian angel show George what his town would have looked like if it had not been for all of his good deeds over the years? Hint: It stars James Stewart and Mary Hatch.
Answer: It's a Wonderful Life
Which holiday song is about making and spinning a four-sided top, and is often associated with Hanukkah?
Answer: "Dreidel, Dreidel, Dreidel," or "The Dreidel Song
Which tasty treats are the subject of a song by Nat King Cole, in which they roast "on an open fire?"
Answer: Chestnuts
You know it's Christmas in New York when chestnut vendors line the streets and the smell of roasting chestnuts is in the air.
Which army of volunteers, recognized by their bell ringing and their bright red kettles, raise money to provide Christmas dinner, gifts, clothes, and other necessities for those in need?
Answer: Salvation Army
The money raised during the holiday season provides these necessities throughout the year.
In 1979, the national Christmas tree remained unlit with the exception of the top ornament, which honored a group of American hostages in a Middle Eastern country. In which country was this group of hostages held?
Answer: Iran
President Jimmy Carter did not feel it appropriate to make a big fuss over Christmas while so many of our citizens were held hostage in Iran.
In which 1944 Christmas movie musical does Judy Garland star as one of four Smith daughters, all learning about life and love on the cusp of the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair?
Answer: Meet Me in St. Louis
Which song, based on an 18th century Scottish poem, is often sung on New Year's Day and translates literally as "old long since?"
Answer: Auld Lang Syne
During Hanukkah, which fried potato pancakes are often featured as part of the holiday menu?
Answer: Latkes
Which Mexican shrub with bright red leaves has become a symbol of Christmas?
Answer: The poinsettia
It is said that the leaves symbolize the Star of Bethlehem
At one time, German Christmas trees were decorated with apples to commemorate the story of which TWO PEOPLE from the book of Genesis?
Answer: Adam and Eve
Which mountain-dwelling creature stole Christmas in a 1966 classic based on a Dr. Suess tale?
Answer: The Grinch
Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas), a tropical-themed Christmas song by The Andrews Sisters, features the native language of which kingdom-turned-U.S. state?
Answer: Hawaii
In the poem "The Night Before Christmas," visions of which candied fruit danced in children's heads?
Answer: sugar plums
In 17th century England, this was a generic term meaning dried or candied fruit.
What did "my true love" give as a gift on the FIFTH day of Christmas?