Christmas Songs
In the song “Frosty the Snowman,” what made Frosty come to life?
An old silk hat
Per a recent holiday fad, what “spy” hides around the house, reporting back to Santa on who has been naughty and nice?
The Elf on the Shelf
According to legend, what holiday goodies were shaped to resemble a shepherd’s staff, as a way to remind children of the shepherds who visited baby Jesus?
Candy canes
What animated 2004 film is about a train that carries kids to the North Pole on Christmas Eve?
The Polar Express
One of Santa’s reindeer shares a name with a famous symbol of Valentine’s Day. Which reindeer is that?
Cupid
In the Twelve Days of Christmas, what are there eleven of?
Pipers piping
What do children typically get in their stockings if they’re on the Naughty List?
A lump of coal
What Christmas beverage is also known as “milk punch?”
Eggnog
In “A Christmas Story,” what happens to Ralphie’s friend as a result of a “triple-dog dare” from another classmate?
He gets his tongue stuck to a flagpole.
“Miracle on 34th Street” centers on what real-life department store?
Macy’s
What beloved Christmas song was recorded by Puerto Rican singer-songwriter José Feliciano in 1970?
Feliz Navidad
What Christmas decoration was originally made from strands of silver?
Tinsel
In the early 1800s, the first gingerbread houses were reportedly inspired by what famous fairy tale?
Hansel and Gretel
What phrase made popular in the book “A Christmas Carol” expresses annoyance with cheery holiday celebrations?
Bah humbug!
The charity Toys for Tots is run by the reserve force of what branch of the U.S. military?
The Marines
Which classic Christmas carol contains the lyric “Strike the harp and join the chorus?”
Deck the Halls
What traditional Christmas decoration is actually a parasitic plant?
Mistletoe
What much-reviled Christmas edible is known for its long shelf life?
Fruitcake
What’s the name of the family featured in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation?
The Griswolds
“Mele Kalikimaka” means “Merry Christmas” in what language?
Hawaiian
What Christmas-themed ballet premiered in Saint Petersburg, Russia in 1892?
The Nutcracker
In one oddball tradition, an ornament shaped like what food item is hidden on the Christmas tree?
A pickle
According to the Buddy the Elf, what are the four main food groups?
Candy, candy canes, candy corns, and syrup
In Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” what was Mr. Scrooge’s first name?
Ebenezer
The celebrated “Christmas Truce” temporarily halted fighting during what war?
World War I