The Bible
The wise men brought these three gifts for the baby Jesus.
What are gold, frankincense, and myrrh?
This uniquely shaped Christmas candy is said to have been created in Germany and used to keep children quiet during Christmas services.
What is a Candy Cane?
In the musical, A Christmas Carol, which was created based on the Charles Dickens novel, the character known as Scrooge went by this first name.
Who was Ebeneezer?
In Mariah Carey’s hit song “All I Want for Christmas is You,” this is the thing that she claims to not care about.
What are presents underneath the Christmas tree?
This popular Christmas tradition involves a parasitic plant.
What is Kissing Underneath the Mistletoe?
Following Jesus’ birth, this is how Mary and Joseph were warned about the plot of King Herod to kill Jesus.
What is an angel of the Lord in a dream? (Matthew 1:20)
Gingerbread house making is an American favorite. This was the fairy tale that served as the inspiration behind the very first gingerbread house.
What is Hansel and Gretel?
This 1990 film directed by Chris Columbus is a Christmas favorite for many. It is also said to be the highest grossing Christmas movie of all time.
What is Home Alone?
In the song “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch” the singer explains that they wouldn’t even touch the Grinch with a pole that was of this length.
What is a thirty-nine-and-a-half-foot pole?
Latvia is the location of the first known decorated Christmas tree in 1510. However, this European country is credited as the first place Christmas trees were popularized in 1531.
What is Germany?
This sacrifice was offered by Mary and Joseph when the days of purification were complete after Jesus’ birth.
What are two turtledoves or pigeons?
Historically, this fruit was often found in the Christmas stockings of children across the UK. It was actually considered to be a luxury.
What is an Orange?
In the movie Elf, Buddy lists these four main food groups of Elves.
What are candy, candy canes, candy corn, and syrup?
While Jingle Bells is known to us today as a Christmas favorite, it was originally written for this other major American Holiday.
What is Thanksgiving?
As one of the most popular types of Christmas trees in the U.S., this type of fir is known for its good fragrance, ability to hold its blue to dark green color, and for being considered the second tallest growing tree in North America. With the ability to grow over 300 ft. tall, it is second only to the redwood in height.
What is a Douglas Fir?
How long did Mary remain with Elizabeth during her pregnancy?
About three months (Luke 1:56)
This is the satan-like creature in mythology that scares and punishes naughty children during the holiday season.
Who is Krampus?
This 2004 animated Christmas feature was an adaptation of an illustrated storybook by Chris Van Allsburg, the same author who created “Jumanji.”
What is The Polar Express?
This song is the most published Christmas hymn of all time.
What is Joy to the World?
Santa has given a name to each of his reindeer who pull his sleigh. Name them all.
Who are Rudolph, Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, and Blitzen?
This Old Testament prophet foretold the killing of young boys by Herod?
Jeremiah (31:15)
Once a European tradition that symbolized prosperity and good fortune during the Twelve Days of Christmas, it has evolved into a Christmas desert. In French, this desert is called a Bûche de Noël.
What is a Yule Log (or Christmas Log)?
In the movie The Santa Claus, Scott Calvin (AKA Santa Claus) was busted out of jail by these individuals.
Who are Charlie and the E.L.F.S.?
This famous female singer was the first to record the Frank Sinatra hit song “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas."
Who is Judy Garland?
According to the National Christmas Tree Association, Christmas trees are grown in all 50 states. However, these six states produce the most. Name four of them.
What are Oregon, North Carolina, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Washington?