Holiday Movies 1
What popular Christmas song was originally written for Thanksgiving?
Jingle bells
What type of poultry is usually eaten for Christmas
turkey
Which of these is not a holiday movie?
Frozen, Home Alone, or Elf
Frozen
In 1965, what song was broadcasted on the Gemini 6 while two astronauts were communicating with Mission Control?
Jingle Bells
Eid is a celebration of what?
The end of Ramadan! It signifies the end of a month of fasting from dawn to sunset.
In How the Grinch Stole Christmas, what is the name of the Grinch's dog?
Max
What Christmas beverage is also known as “milk punch?”
Eggnog
How many witches are there in Hocus Pocus?
3
What year did Coca-Cola start adding Santa Claus to their advertisements?
1931
What Christmas-themed ballet premiered in Saint Petersburg, Russia in 1892?
The Nutcracker
In the movie, Elf, what city does the main character visit?
New York City
This is no egg in Eggnog
True or false?
False
What is Ralphies little brothers name in the movie A Christmas Story?
Randy
What day and year did General Washington cross the Delaware river?
Christmas day 1776
Many people eat tamales over the holidays. What is a tamale typically made out of?
masa, filling (sweet or savory)
In The Nightmare Before Christmas, who is the main character?
Jack Skellington
What food is commonly eaten during Hanukkah? (hint: it is made from potatoes)
Latkes
Name the author who inspired the movie How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
Dr. Seuss
What holiday decoration dates back to Egyptians and Romans and signifies that Spring will return?
Evergreens
Lunar New Year; Arrival of Spring
What are the other most popular names for Santa Claus?
Kris Kringle, Saint Nick
Can you eat a mistletoe?
No, it is EXTREMELY poisonous.
The "Miracle on 34th street" took place in this U.S. city.
What is New York City?
What day and year was the song "Stars and Stripes Forever" written?
Christmas day 1896
When do we celebrate Día de los Muertos?
November 1st and 2nd