Holidays Around the World
In Japan, what food is commonly eaten around Christmas due to a marketing campaign?
KFC
Which country is widely credited with starting the Christmas tree tradition?
Germany
What is the name of the Grinch's loyal dog?
Max
In 2023, which state raised the most turkeys?
Minnesota!
In 1996, what toy with origins in Sesame Street was a sensation at Christmastime?
Tickle Me Elmo
Christians honor the birthday of this saint, who was a gift giver.
Saint Nicholas
How many candles are on a menorah?
9
How many lights were on the Griswold's house in Christmas Vacation?
25,000
How many calories are in a typical holiday meal?
Approximately 3000
What mexican beer brand has run the same holiday commercial every year since 1990?
Corona
The week-long holiday of Kwanzaa honors African-American heritage. In what year was it created?
1966
A British tradition that occurs the day after Christmas and dates back to the 1800's. It was a day to ensure that upper class Britons gave servants and workers a day off, in addition to giving them a present.
Boxing Day
In "Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer", what does Hermey wish he could be instead of an elf?
A Dentist
Which US president was the first to officially pardon a turkey?
George H.W. Bush in 1989
Which two NFL teams have played a game on Thanksgiving Day since 1966?
Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys
In which Country is it tradition to eat deep fried caterpillars to celebrate Christmas?
South Africa
In which country are the main streets of big cities closed so people can roller skate on Christmas Eve?
Venezuela
In the movie "White Christmas", what are the sisters' names?
Betty and Judy
When was the first Thanksgiving feast held?
November 1621
What environmentalist US president banned Christmas trees at the White House?
President Theodore Roosevelt
Feast Day of Our Lady ____________________.
Guadalupe, patron saint of Mexico.
Bodhi Day, also known as Rohatsu, is a Buddhist tradition. How do Buddhists traditionally celebrate this day?
By meditating
In 2016, 1.3 million Americans watched this movie on Christmas Eve, which was more than traditional holiday favorites such as Home Alone, Miracle on 34th Street, and The Santa Clause.
Die Hard
In 1863, which US president decided that Thanksgiving would be observed on the last Thursday in November?
Abraham Lincoln
What does the singular black candle represent during the Kwanzaa celebration?
The African People