Holidays
During what holiday do you stuff stockings, decorate a tree, and sing carols?
Christmas
This special occasion is celebrated with a cake, candles, and balloons.
Birthday
Which holiday has inspired scary movies? Give 1 movie title as an example.
Halloween - Nightmare on Elm Street, The Shining, The Exorcist, Halloween, Scream, etc.
Which document does the Fourth of July celebrate?
The Fourth of July is a federal holiday in the United States celebrating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.
What common sweets are "hunted" by children as a part of the Easter celebration?
Chocolate bunnies and chocolate eggs
What are traditional Halloween colors?
Orange and black are Halloween colors because orange is associated with fall harvest and black is associated with darkness and death.
What snack is traditionally left out for Santa Claus?
Santa's traditional Christmas Eve snack consists of milk and cookies, but Santa isn't picky. He's usually happy with whatever you choose to leave out.
For what holiday do you decorate eggs and hide them?
Easter
For what special occasion to you wear a cap and gown?
Graduation
Who tried to steal Christmas from the Whos of Whoville?
In How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, the Grinch attempts to put an end to Christmas by stealing presents from the homes of the nearby town Whoville on Christmas Eve. Despite his efforts, Whoville's inhabitants still celebrate the holiday, so the Grinch returns everything that he stole and is the guest of honor at the Whos' Christmas dinner.
Who brought Halloween to America?
In 1848, millions of Irish immigrants went to America as a result of the potato famine. They brought with them their traditions of Halloween.
What are 3 dishes commonly associated with Thanksgiving dinner?
Stuffing, mashed potatoes with gravy, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie are all dishes native to the Americas or introduced as a new food source to the Europeans when they arrived in the New World.
What ornament is traditionally placed on top of a Christmas tree?
Angels usually appear on top of Christmas trees, representing their role in the holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus.
What percent of parents admit to stealing Halloween candy from their children?
90% of parents admit to sneaking goodies from their kids' trick-or-treat bags.
Which holiday is celebrated with BBQ and fireworks?
The Fourth of July
Two people "tie the knot" during this special occasion.
Wedding
What is the best selling Christmas single of all time?
According to the Guinness Book of World Records, "White Christmas" by Bing Crosby is not only the best-selling Christmas/holiday single in the United States, but also the best-selling single of all time, with estimated sales in excess of 50 million copies worldwide.
What is the name of the famous rock where the Pilgrims first landed?
Plymouth Rock is said to mark the spot where William Bradford and the pilgrims who founded Plymouth Colony disembarked from the Mayflower. It is stamped with the date of their arrival in the new world, 1620.
From top to bottom, what is the order of colors on a piece of candy corn?
Yellow, orange white is the progression of standard candy corn.
The tradition of going house-to-house collecting food and candy at Halloween is also known as what?
In North America, trick-or-treating began to develop as a Halloween tradition during the 1920s, but the European tradition of going house-to-house collecting food at Halloween goes back at least as far as the 16th century.
What is considered good luck on Halloween?
If you see a spider on Halloween, it is considered good luck, as it means the spirit of a loved one is guarding you.
What holiday comes immediately before Black Friday?
Thanksgiving
During this special occasion, rice is thrown at people to show good luck and good fortune.
Wedding
What Christmas song is about a special reindeer with a shiny nose?
Rudolf The Red-Nosed Reindeer
The Easter Bunny originated in what country?
Originating among German Lutherans, the "Easter Hare" originally played the role of a judge, evaluating whether children were good or disobedient in behavior at the start of the season of Eastertide.
Which candies are given to children during the Christmas season?
Candy canes
What is the name of the most famous parade that occurs every year on Thanksgiving Day in New York City?
The Macy's Thanksgiving Parade
What day is the Thanksgiving holiday observed in the United States?
In the U.S., Thanksgiving is celebrated on the Fourth Thursday in November.
During what holiday do you make Jack-O-Lanterns?
Halloween
August is the most popular month for this special occasion.
Birthday
What is the name of the National Anthem?
The Star-Spangled Banner originated in 1814 and was composed by Francis Scott Key.
The real St. Nicholas was born in what modern-day country?
It is believed that the real St. Nicholas was born sometime around 280 A.D. in modern-day Turkey. According to legend, his extraordinary kindness led him to give away all of his wealth to help the sick and poor in Turkey.
How many calories are there in the average Thanksgiving dinner?
According to the Calorie Control Council, the average Thanksgiving dinner contains 4,500 calories--that's 3,000 for the meal itself and another 1,500 for drinks, desserts and appetizers.
Which of the following NFL teams traditionally hosts an annual Thanksgiving Day game?
With the exception of 1975 & 1977, the Dallas Cowboys have participated in an NFL football game every Thanksgiving Day since 1966.
76% of people eat which part of an Easter bunny first?
According to a recent survey, most people start with the ears.