The Man Who Invented Christmas
Caroling Caroling Through the Snow!
Holiday Feasts!
Myths and Legends
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This phrase was made popular by Charels Dickens in this 1843 novel "A Christmas Carol".
What is Bah Humbug?
100
This carol featuring bells was originally written as a thanksgiving song.
What is "Jingle Bells"?
100
These pan-fired shredded potatoes are a popular food item during the Hanukkah season.
What are Latke?
Latka is the singular Latke is the plural (I learned something while making this question!)
100
This patron saint of children, coopers, travelers, unmarried people, sailors, toy makers and various other professions was the Bishop Myra and became the inspiration for Santa Claus.
Who is St. Nicholas?
200
In "A Christmas Carol" Ebenezer Scrooge was visited by this many ghosts.
What is 4?
(Jacob Marley, The Ghost of Christmas Past, The Ghost of Christmas Present, and The Ghost of Christmas Future)
200
This 1994 Christmas song has been the longest-running number one single in the Hot 100 history topping the chart for 20 weeks.
What is "All I Want for Christmas Is You"?
200
Castanea sativa is the scientific name for this commonly used ingredient in many holiday recipes.
What is a chestnut?
200
This holiday known as the festival lights first appears in the Books of the Maccabees and is not mentioned in the Bible.
What is Hanukkah?
300
"Beware them both, and all of their degree, but most of all beware this boy, for on his brow I see that written which is Doom, unless the writing be erased" is describing the two children the ghost of Christmas Present shows Scrooge that represent these two plights of London's poor population especially the children.
What is Ignorance and Want?
One major theme in A Christmas Carol was rooted in Dickens' observations of the plight of the children of London's poor. In 1839 nearly half of all funerals in London were for children. Those who survived grew up without education or resources and virtually no chance to escape the cycle of poverty. https://www.charlesdickenspage.com/charles-dickens-a-christmas-carol.html
300
Buddy the Elf and Jovi sing this popular duet Christmas song in the shower scene in the movie ELF.
What is "Baby It's Cold Outside"?
300
This new year holiday is known for its colorful sweet central foods and desserts.
What is Diwali?
Diwali is known as the Festival of Lights
300
A large oak or ash tree was burned throughout the twelve days of this Norse holiday symbolizing the warmth of the sun and the hope for prosperity and good harvests in the coming year.
What is Yule?
400
A Christmas Carol became part of the celebration of Christmas in America due in part to this actor's annual (1931-1954) radio show where he played the Dickensian miser. That role was instrumental in his being cast as Henry F. Potter in It's a Wonderful Life!
Who is Lionel Barrymore?
400
Thurl Ravenscroft, who voice Tony the Tiger for Kellogg's Frosted Flake commercials, sang this song for a classic animated Christmas movie.
What is "You're a Mean One Mr. Grinch"?
400
Originally containing bits of meat (from a range of animals), suet, apples, sugar, raisins, and molasses, this spice heavy fruit and nut pie is a staple in every British home during the holiday season. 
What is mincemeat pie?
400
According to the legend, the Magi stopped by her house on their journey to find the Christ child, inviting her to join them. Busy with her chores, she declined but later regretted her decision. Ever since, she has been traveling the world, leaving gifts for children in hopes of finding the baby Jesus.
Who is La Befana?
500
Charles Dickens is synonymous with the Christmas season for writing this many novels that takes place on or around Christmas.
What is 5?
"A Christmas Carol", "The Chimes", "The Cricket on the Hearth", "The Battle of Life", and "The Haunted Man"; BUT most people associate "Great Expectations", "Oliver Twist", "A Christmas Carol" and "The Personal History and Experience of David Copperfield the Younger" with Christmas time reads and/or watches
500
Originally written in 1864 this Christmas song was the first song to mention Santa.
What is "Up on the Housetop"?
Inspire by the poem "A Visit from Saint Nicholas" by Clement Moore, Benjamin Hanby wrote this classic Christmas song made popular by Gene Autry in 1954.
500
This popular spiced hot punch was served to carolers making their rounds during the Christmas season. 
What is Wassil?
500
A figure from Alpine folklore, is one of Christmas’s most intriguing and fearsome characters. Known as the “belly-slitting witch,” her reputation is a blend of both benevolence and terror. While she rewards the good and hardworking, her punishments for the lazy or deceitful are the stuff of nightmares.
Who is Frau Perchta?
Over time, her legend has softened, and she’s often celebrated alongside Krampus and St Nicholas in parades and festivals. These events, known as Perchtenlauf, feature costumed performers who reenact her story, blending history with festive fun.