This state of reduced metabolic activity is common in animals during the winter season.
What is hibernation?
The first on record was found in 7th century China - followers of Buddha were given a blessing to build this frosty figure.
A tale about a young boy who wished his family away for Christmas.
What is Home Alone?
This winter sport was once called "snurfing"
What is snowboarding?
Legend has it that in 1670, the choirmaster at the Cologne Cathedral in Germany handed out these sugary sticks among his young singers to keep them quiet.
What are candy canes?
What is sleet?
In Germany, this horned figure spooks children who misbehave.
Who is Krampus?
The final item that made Frosty the Snowman come to life.
What is his hat?
Number of competitors allowed on a bobsled team.
What is 2 or 4?
Potato pancakes often consumed during Hanukkah.
What are latkes?
The earth is closest to the sun in this hemisphere's winter
What is the Northern Hemisphere?
Eating Kentucky Fried Chicken is a Christmas tradition for this country
What is Japan?
Smiling is the favorite activity of this tall holiday icon
Who is Buddy the Elf?
The "sin bin" is another name for this in ice hockey.
What is the penalty box?
This popular beverage is also known as "milk punch".
What is egg nog?
The date of the winter solstice
What is December 21?
Celebrated on December 12, Our Lady of Guadalupe Day draws Catholics from around the world to pay homage to an image of the Virgin Mary located in this country.
What is Mexico?
Two animals that made entrances and exits through the Christmas tree in National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation.
What is a squirrel and a cat?
The indoor sport in the Winter Olympic Games that does not involve ice skates.
What is curling?
Besides water, this is the most consumed beverage in the world.
What is tea?
Almost 90% of snow is comprised of _____.
What is air?
The concept of Hygge, or coziness in the home, originates from what country?
What is Denmark?
13 year old Brenda Lee recorded this rock and roll holiday hit in 1958. 65 years later, it's topping the charts again!
What is Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree
The oldest Olympic winter sport
What is figure skating?
Cake or real? "bûche de Noël" is another name for this nature-inspired cake.
What is a yule log?