Holiday Songs
In the song “Frosty the Snowman,” what made Frosty come to life?
An Old Silk Hat
What environmentalist U.S. president banned Christmas trees at the White House?
President Theodore Roosevelt
In one oddball tradition, an ornament shaped like what food item is hidden on the Christmas tree?
A pickle
What is the shortest day of the year called?
Winter Solstice
Which actor plays multiple roles in The Polar Express?
Tom Hanks
What song was initially condemned by the Roman Catholic Church for allegedly portraying an adulterous affair?
“I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus”
In what modern-day country was Saint Nicholas born?
Turkey
What is the traditional sweet bread commonly eaten during the holiday season in Italy called?
Panettone
Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas Tree?
Germany
What holiday movie did Queen Latifah star in where she celebrated the holidays in an European country?
Last Holiday
What beloved Christmas song was recorded by Puerto Rican singer-songwriter José Feliciano in 1970?
Feliz Navidad
The charity Toys for Tots is run by the reserve force of what branch of the U.S. military?
The Marines
What beverage company played a significant role in designing Santa's colorful Christmas attire?
Coca-Cola
What does Kwanzaa mean in Swahili?
First Fruits
In “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” what does Jack Skellington mistakenly call Old Saint Nick?
Sandy Claws
What Bing Crosby song is the best-selling single ever?
White Christmas
In the 1966 television special “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” what monster movie legend did the voice for the Grinch?
Boris Karloff
What is a Bûche de Noël?
A traditional French yule log cake
Which Hanukkah toy was used as a decoy after learning the Torah was outlawed?
The dreidel
What was the highest-grossing Christmas movie of all time?
Home Alone
What’s the German name for the song known in English as “O Christmas Tree?”
“O Tannenbaum”
Who played George Bailey in the Christmas classic “It’s a Wonderful Life?”
Jimmy Stewart
What fruit is often given to loved ones on Christmas Eve in China?
Apple
What day in December is Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe celebrated?
December 12th
What 1964 science fiction film featuring Old Saint Nick is widely regarded as one of the worst movies ever made?
Santa Claus Conquers the Martians