Weird, but True
This Christmas decoration is illegal in some U.S. cities if it is displayed too early in the year?
Christmas Lights
This historical figure is who Santa Claus is actually based on
Saint Nicolas
This scary weather event is celebrated in “Let It Snow”?
A Blizzard
This plant was once believed to have healing powers and became a Christmas decoration
Miseltoe
This Christmas decoration causes house fires so frequently that some cities make it illegal to leave on overnight
Christmas lights
This reindeer was originally missing from the poem “A Visit from St. Nicholas” but was later added in songs?
Rudolph
This beverage company was responsible for Santa's familiar red and white clothing
Coca-Cola
This Christmas song was actually written for Thanksgiving
Jingle Bells
This country is credited with popularizing the modern Christmas tree
Germany
In this popular Christmas movie, two burglars are attacked with things like paint cans and ropes
Home Alone
This fast-food chain is so popular in Japan at Christmas that people have to order months in advance?
KFC
These are the names of Santa's reindeer
Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donder, Blitzen, and Rudolph
This song implies that Santa is watching you… constantly
Santa Claus is Coming to Town
This household item was commonly used as early Christmas tree lighting
Wax Candles
This food and drink was originally left out for Santa in some European countries, but spoiled too quickly
Milk and Cheese
In the 1800's this common Christmas decoration was often made out of feathers that were dyed green
Christmas Tree
The legend states that Santa will bring "naughty kids" this
This animal shows up more than any other in Christmas songs
Reindeer
This Christmas tradition began as a way to teach biblical stories to children
Nativity Play
This gift is the most commonly returned item after Christmas in the U.S.
Clothes
Traditionally, this food item has been hidden in Christmas trees to bring good luck?
Pickle or Pickle Ornament
The color of Santa's original clothing
Green or Blue
In the "12 Days of Christmas", this many individual gifts are given
364
This U.S. state was the first to officially recognize Christmas as a holiday in 1836
Alabama
In this country, people throw old dishes at friends’ doors on Christmas Eve for good luck
Denmark