Christmas Movies, Plays and Books
Who wrote, "How the Grinch Stole Christmas?"
Dr. Seuss
What did Frosty The Snowman do when a magic hat was placed on his head?
He began to dance around.
Name the three gifts wise men brought baby Jesus according to Christmas tradition?
Gold, Frankincense and Myrrh
Which English landmark attracts visitors during the holidays for its perfect alignment with the sunset on the Winter Solstice?
Stonehenge
What is the name of the candle holder used at Hanukkah?
Menorah
Who played six different roles in "The Polar Express?"
Tom Hanks
What do the Mean Girls cast sing at the Christmas talent show?
Jingle Bell Rock
During the Christmas Truce of 1914, a temporary cease-fire along the western front during WWI, what activity did soldiers from opposite sides famously engage in together in no-mans-land?
Soldiers played soccer (football), exchanged gifts, and sang carols.
What country is credited with starting the tradition of exchanging gifts for Christmas?
Italy (linked to the Roman festival of Saturnalia)
How many days are there in Kwanzaa?
Seven
Who says, "God Bless us everyone?"
Tiny Tim, Charles Dickens, A Christmas Carol
Who was doing what on the seventh day in "The Twelve Days of Christmas?"
Swans a swimming
Where were the first ginger bread houses built?
Germany 16th century
This American southern dish symbolizes prosperity, and is commonly served at New Year's Eve celebrations?
Black-eyed peas
What is a Buche de Noel?
or
What is Panettone?
French Yule Log Cake
A traditional sweet bread commonly eaten during holiday season in Italy.
In Elf(2003) what was Buddy the Elf's dad's name?
Walter
In "Rudolph, the Red Nosed Reindeer," what did Santa's reindeer finally say to Rudolph?
You'll go down in history.
What modern-day nation was St. Nicholas born?
Turkey
How many candles are on a menorah?
9 candles one for each night of Hanukkah and one for the shamash or helper candle.
In Spain, what do people traditionally eat at each of the 12 clock chimes leading up to midnight?
Grapes
Who wrote the story The Nutcracker that inspired Tchaikovsky's famous ballet?
E.T.A Hoffman
Name all the reindeer.
Dancer, Dancer, Prancer, Vixon, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blisten, Cupid
How do you know all Santa's reindeer are female?
Male reindeer shed antlers in the winter
What year did the first Times Square New Year's Even ball drop?
A) 1907
B) 1926
C) 1918
D) 1934
Which sport features the traditional Boxing Day Test match, an iconic event in Australia and New Zealand?
Cricket