Country that is said to have started the Christmas Tree tradition
Germany
Was Christmas ever banned?
In the mid-17th century, the Puritan-led English Parliament banned Christmas celebrations in favor of a day of fasting. Furthermore, the first state to declare Christmas a legal holiday was Alabama in 1836. The last was Oklahoma in 1890
What is the name of the Grinch's dog?
Max
Santa's full name
Saint Nicholas
What is the oldest Christmas tradition (from around the world)
Reenacting the Nativity Scene in AD 1223
Name 3 things surrounding Christmas that start with the letter S (Christmas related only)
Santa, star, secret santa, stockings
The number 1 Christmas movie in history (grossing in income and watched around the world) Hint: its an older one...
It's a Wonderful Life
Why does Santa say Ho Ho Ho??
When people think of Santa's voice and what he says, we can't help but imagine of his famous catchphrase, "Ho ho ho, Merry Christmas!" We know what Merry Christmas means, but what does he mean when he says "ho ho ho"? In truth, "ho ho ho" doesn't mean anything. It's actually just the sound of Santa Claus's laughter.
Who brought Christmas to America?
German immigrants brought their tradition of putting lights, sweets and toys on the branches of evergreen trees placed in their homes. This tradition of setting up a Christmas tree soon spread to many American homes. So did the practice of giving people presents.
Approximate spending per adult at Christmas:
$1850.00
$2000.00
$997.00
$820.00
$997.00
Name 2 movies that are the most watched
What country did Santa Claus's name originate from?
The Netherlands
Most popular Christmas song
White Christmas by Bing Crosby
Name the top 3 Christmas decorations found in homes around the world
Christmas Tree and Lights
Mistletoe
Snowmen
The actor that has made the most Christmas movies
Tim Allen (4 movies)
Original color of Santa's suit:
Purple
Green
It's always been red
Tan
Tan
Name all of the Reindeer- here is the first letter of their name to help :)
C, C, D, D, C, B, P, D, R
Comet, Vixen, Donner, Dasher, Cupid, Blitzen, Prancer, Dancer and Rudolph
Most sung Christmas song at kids plays
We Wish you a Merry Christmas
What year did Christmas with Charlie Brown come out? You can state a range within 3 years
December 9, 1965
How long does it take Santa to deliver all the presents?
12 hours
18 hours
24 hours
32 hours
32 hours
As Santa delivers gift all over the world he passes through different time zones, meaning that he has a total of 32 hours, rather than 24 hours, to deliver all those presents. Scientists have calculated that he would have to travel at speeds of 4,705,882km/h in order to cover that distance.