Christmas songs
"In a one-horse open sleigh" is lyrics to what song?
Jingle bells
Kids leave this out for Santa at night in the USA
Cookies
Name the movie about a child fighting off burglars with traps in his home.
Home Alone
The beverage company that has been using commercials starring Santa Claus since the 1930's.
Coca Cola.
In traditional Christianity, who was born on Christmas Day?
Jesus
The most widespread of Christmas customs is probably the Christmas Tree. Which country supplies a giant tree for Trafalgar Square in London each year?
Norway
"Last Christmas I gave you my _____ but the very next day you _____ __ _____."
heart, gave it away
What do naughty kids get at Christmas?
Lump of Coal
What animated film is about a train that carries kids to the North Pole
The Polar express
We all know that Rudolph has a red nose, but does he have antlers?
Yes
In many countries the tradition of anonymously giving gifts is know as?
Secret Santa?
What is the name of the Grinch's pet dog?
Max
It's the most wonderful time of the year
With the kids jingle-belling
And everyone telling you __ __ ____ _____.
Be of good cheer
The name of a famous Russian ballet about christmas
The Nutcracker
What Disney movie celebrates both Halloween and Christmas?
The Nightmare Before Christmas
These are the two most popular Christmas colors after red and green.
Silver and Gold
Name of the plant that people kiss under at Christmas?
Mistletoe
In which country do they celebrate the new year later than everyone else?
China
According to the song's lyrics which feast does Good King, Wenceslas look out on?
Bonus Question [DOUBLE POINTS]: In the 'Mr. Grinch' song, how long is the pole that the singer wouldn't touch him with?
The feast of Stephen.
[Bonus Answer: 39 1/2 ft pole.]
What is hung on fireplaces?
Stockings
Which actor plays Buddy the Elf in the movie Elf?
Will Ferrell
What happens when you stick your wet tongue to a frozen pole like in a Christmas story?
It gets stuck to the metal.
In this United States Christmas story, what is the source of Frosty the Snowman's magical powers?
His hat
In Home Alone, the McCallister's are going on vacation to this city, when they leave Kevin at home.
Paris.
What does Santa do to his list?
checking it twice
What tradition is connected with mistletoe during Christmas time?
Kissing
How many times does the Grinch's heart grow?
3x's
The French word “Noel” is often used around Christmas, but what was its original meaning in Latin?
Birth
In Scandinavian folklore, who are the little gnomes looking out for the home, farm, and children, pattering about unseen at night, checking on everyone's welfare?
Nisse or Tomten
Which famous Christmas song was originally written to be a Thanksgiving Song?
Jingle Bells
Oh, the weather outside is frightful
But the fire is so delightful
And since we've no place to go.......
Let it Snow! Let it Snow! Let it Snow!
Which fairy tale was the first gingerbread houses inspired by?
Hansel & Gretel
Which actor plays Santa Claus/Scott Calvin in Santa Clause 1, 2, 3, and the new Disney+ TV show the Santa Clauses?
Tim Allen
What is an alternative way of writing "Christmas"?
"Xmas"
This 15th Century Bavarian word is the traditional meaning of Christmas tree
Tannenbaum
Which country started the modern tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
Germany, where families set up a tree in their homes on December 24, the religious feast day of Adam and Eve.
"Walking in the ______ __________"
Winter Wonderland
Children leave this out for Santa at night in England
Mince Pie
In the movie Christmas Vacation, what was Eddie's dog's name?
Snots
What is made in the snow, and also put on top of the tree?
an Angel.
This patron saint of Sweden is often played by the oldest daughter who enters the home during Christmas wearing a white dress, red sash, and a crown of candles. She is usually bearing food, such as a plate of cookies.
Santa Lucia
What fruit is traditionally put inside a Christmas stocking?
oranges or clementine started in America during the Great Depression in the 30s when families struggled to afford gifts.
In the song "12 Days of Christmas", what was on the 10th day?
10 lords-a-leaping
Who wrote the famous book "A Christmas Carol"?
Charles Dickens
Name the 4 ghosts that visit Ebenezer Scrooge in A Christmas Carol.
The Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future and Jacob Marley
About how many percent of Americans celebrate Christmas?
85%
This British holiday started as a day to give gifts to the household staff of Britain’s upper classes.
Boxing Day
How many presents in total we were given in the 12 Days of Christmas?
364