Holiday Spelling
Spell the following word (Teacher reads word)
j-i-n-g-l-e
What bird is the most popular main course for Christmas dinner in America?
Turkey
Allison baked seven trays of Christmas cookies. There were six cookies on each tray. How many cookies did she bake in all?
42
Who is the original singer of "All I Want for Christmas is You"?
Mariah Carey
Which winter holiday is also known as "The Festival of Lights"?
Hanukkah
Spell the following word (Teacher reads word)
c-a-n-d-i-e-s
Which peppermint holiday treat is shaped like a shepherd's staff?
Candy Cane
The temperature at the North Pole was -1 degree Fahrenheit in the morning. The temperature rose 5 degrees during the day. What was the temperature at the end of the day?
4 degrees Fahrenheit
Which literary character has the famous tagline "Bah humbug?"
Ebenezer Scrooge
Which country has the tradition of La Befana, a good witch who visits children and leaves treats on January 6?
Italy
Spell the following word: (Teacher reads word)
d-e-c-o-r-a-t-e
Before turkey became popular, what meat was the traditional centerpiece of English Christmas feasts?
Goose
Theresa bought an ornament in the shape of a hexagon. How many sides does this ornament have?
6
In the song "The 12 Days of Christmas," how many golden rings are there?
5
In which country does KFC feature a Christmas meal (hint: it is NOT the United States)?
Japan
Spell the following word: (Teacher reads word)
c-e-l-e-b-r-a-t-e
What percentage of American families choose ham over turkey for Christmas dinner?
30%
One candy cane costs $1.25. If Theresa bought 5 candy canes, how much did she spend altogether?
$6.25
Who wrote the book "How the Grinch Stole Christmas"?
Dr. Seuss
In Germany, this food is the last item to be hung on the Christmas tree. On Christmas Eve, the child who finds this food item has good luck for the next year.
Pickle
Spell the following word: (Teacher reads word)
W-r-e-a-t-h
This not-so-healthy holiday beverage is made from heavy cream, eggs, sugar, and spices.
Egg nog
The Millers traveled 50.825 miles to visit their extended family for the holidays. Round how far they traveled, to the nearest hundredth.
50.83 miles
In which country did the Christmas tree originate?
Germany
In Sweden, these animals have long been a symbol of Christmas.
Goats