Holiday Traditions
This holiday tradition involves hanging stockings for gifts
What is hanging stockings
This beverage, made with eggs and milk, is often spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg during the holidays
What is eggnog
This holiday song starts with "Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way"
What is Jingle Bells
In this 1990 movie, a young boy defends his house from burglars during the holiday season
What is Home Alone
This festival of lights, celebrated in India, is known for its colorful decorations and fireworks
What is Diwali
In many cultures, this day is celebrated with a large feast to mark the end of fasting.
What is Eid al-Fitr
This cake, often served at Christmas, is made with dried fruits, nuts, and marzipan, and is a classic in many European countries
What is fruitcake
The famous song "White Christmas" was written by this iconic American composer
Who is Irving Berlin
This 2003 holiday comedy stars a famous actor as a human raised by elves in the North Pole
What is Elf
The Japanese celebrate New Year's Day by eating this noodle, which symbolizes longevity
What are soba noodles
The menorah is lit for eight nights during this Jewish holiday
Hanukkah
This traditional Christmas dinner side dish consists of green beans and crispy onions
What is a green bean casserole
This 1970s holiday song by John Lennon and Yoko Ono became a Christmas classic with the line, "So this is Christmas, and what have you done?"
What is Happy Xmas (War Is Over)
This 2003 animated film directed by Robert Zemeckis tells the story of a boy who takes a magical train ride to the North Pole on Christmas Eve
This holiday, celebrated on December 6th in many European countries, involves the arrival of St. Nicholas
What is St. Nicholas Day
On New Year's Eve, it's common in Spain to eat 12 of these for good luck
What is 12 grapes
In Mexico, this drink made from chocolate and cinnamon is a holiday favorite, often served with sweet bread
What is champurrado
"Last Christmas" by Wham! was released in this decade
In this 1992 holiday movie, Tim Allen accidentally becomes Santa Claus after the original Santa falls off his roof
What is The Santa Clause
In Brazil, this festival takes place in December, known for its massive street parades, music, and dancing
What is Carnaval
In Finland, many people celebrate Christmas Eve by going to this type of public building to relax and cleanse
What is a sauna
This spicy holiday drink, made from rum, wine, and various fruits, is popular in the Caribbean, especially around Christmas time
What is sorrel
This Christmas carol, first composed in 1818 in Austria, tells the story of a peaceful and serene night, and has been recorded by countless artists, including Bing Crosby and Nat King Cole
What is Silent Night
This 1984 holiday film features a character named Frank Cross, a cynical television executive who is visited by three ghosts on Christmas Eve
What is Scrooged
This holiday, celebrated in Italy on December 24th, involves a festive meal with multiple courses, including the traditional "Feast of the Seven Fishes"
What is La Vigilia