Christmas Carols
"Was a fairy tale they say"
Who is Frosty the Snowman?
"This is my house, I have to defend it."
What is Home Alone?
This holiday character, now known from a song and televised special, was originally invented for a promotional giveaway book for retailer Montgomery Ward.
Who is Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer?
This animal’s skin is black. Although their fur appears white, this is due to the structure of their transparent hairs, while their actual skin is dark in color, which helps them absorb heat from the sun in their cold Arctic environment.
What is a polar bear?
In this country, legend says Martin Luther started the trend of putting candles on trees to recreate the view of seeing stars through branches.
What is Germany?
"Giddy up giddy up giddy up lets go"
What is Sleigh Ride?
"The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear"
What is Elf?
This British Author did a US tour promoting his Christmas based book in 1867-68, driving up his own popularity as well as entrenching awareness of his tale.
Who is Charles Dickens?
This magical bird, whose white coloration serves well to camouflage in the arctic, sometimes migrates a bit south for the winter- and this year a pair stopped in Chicago for a week!
What is snowy owl?
For Ursul in Romania, carolers dress in costumes of this animal and dance on New Year’s Eve in order to drive away evil spirits and help enrich the soil for the new year.
What are Bears?
"I want a hula hoop"
What is The Chipmunk song? (Or Christmas Don't be Late)
"Maybe Christmas doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas perhaps means a little bit more"
What is How the Grinch Stole Christmas?
This President signed legislation making Christmas a federal holiday in 1870.
Who is Ulysses S. Grant?
Famous for their long tusks, whiskered faces, and abundance of blubber. These critters are typically spotted in large groups lounging on ice floats or gathered along rocky coastlines
What is Walrus?
In Iceland, Jólakötturinn, a giant monster of this animal, is said to eat you if you do not wear your new Christmas clothes.
What is cat?
"I brought some corn for popping"
What is Let it Snow?
"Faith is believing things when common sense tells you not to"
What is Miracle on 34th Street?
This religious group brought an anti-decadence focus to early America, such that in the Massachusetts colony it was a criminal offense and would result in a fine for "whosoever shall be found observing any such day as Christmas or the like, either by forbearing of labor, feasting, or any other way"
What is the Puritans?
The mesmerizing narwhal is easily recognized by its "horn", which is actually this anatomical feature.
What is a tooth?
Saturnalia, an event of this culture, is seen as a major root of the modern Christmas with traditions of gift giving, candle lighting, feasts, and decoration with garlands.
What is Ancient Romans?
"To young and old, meek and the bold"
What is Carol of the Bells?
"Remember, no man is a failure who has friends"
What is It's a Wonderful Life?
St. Nicholas entered American consciousness with immigrants from this country who would gather to honor the anniversary of the death of Sint Nikolaas (December 6th).
What is the Netherlands?
Known for their striking white color, playful nature, and fondness for "singing”. They are often called the "canaries of the sea".
What is Beluga Whale?
In Sweden, legend has it that Santa rides this animal, frequently recreated in straw effigies that are sometimes set aflame.
What is goat?