Songs
In the song “Frosty the Snowman,” what made Frosty come to life?
An old silk hat
In "The Polar Express," what is the first gift of Christmas?
A bell from Santa's sleigh
What traditional Christmas beverage is also known as "milk punch"?
Eggnog
What do children typically get in their stockings if they’re on the Naughty List?
A lump of coal
Who was the English author who wrote "A Christmas Carol" in 1843?
Charles Dickens
Which classic Christmas carol contains the lyric “Strike the harp and join the chorus?”
“Deck the Halls”
“Miracle on 34th Street” centers on what real-life department store?
Macy’s
Which spice is commonly used in gingerbread?
Ginger
One of Santa’s reindeer shares a name with a famous symbol of Valentine’s Day. Which reindeer is that?
Cupid
What year was Christmas declared a federal holiday in the United States?
1870
What beloved Christmas song was recorded by Puerto Rican singer-songwriter José Feliciano in 1970?
Feliz Navidad
Who played George Bailey in the Christmas classic “It’s a Wonderful Life?”
Jimmy Stewart
What dried fruit is used in a traditional Christmas pudding?
Raisins
In the United States, over 2 billion of these are sent each year at Christmastime.
Christmas Cards
What beverage company has been using Santa Claus in its advertising since 1931?
Coca-Cola
What song was initially condemned by the Roman Catholic Church for allegedly portraying an adulterous affair?
“I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus”
In “A Christmas Story,” what happens to Ralphie’s friend as a result of a “triple-dog dare” from another classmate?
He gets his tongue stuck to a flagpole
Which candy, often associated with Christmas is traditionally shaped like a shepherd's crook?
Candy Canes
In the early 1800s, the first gingerbread houses were reportedly inspired by what famous fairy tale?
Hansel and Gretel
What environmentalist U.S. president banned Christmas trees at the White House?
President Theodore Roosevelt
What well-known Christmas carol became the first song ever broadcast from space in 1965?
“Jingle Bells”
Which Christmas movie features the song "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" for the first time?
Meet Me in St. Louis
In addition to candy canes, what is another popular holiday candy that is often molded into shapes like bells, trees, and stars?
Chocolate
“Mele Kalikimaka” means “Merry Christmas” in what language?
Hawaiian
What famous Christian reformer is credited with being the first person to put lights on a Christmas tree?
Martin Luther