Movies
What animated 2004 film is about a train that carries kids to the North Pole on Christmas Eve?
The Polar Express
In the song “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,” what type of pudding is called for?
Figgy pudding
In one tradition, an ornament shaped like what food item is hidden on the Christmas tree?
a pickle
What beloved ballet was first performed in Russia in 1892?
The Nutcracker
What hot drink is usually topped with whipped cream and marshmallows and is popular at Christmas time?
hot cocoa
What’s the name of the family featured in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation?
The Griswolds
What Christmas song was recorded by Puerto Rican singer-songwriter José Feliciano in 1970?
Feliz Navidad
What do most families leave out for Santa on Christmas Eve?
Milk and cookies
Three of Santa's reindeer's names begin with the letter "D." What are those names?
Dancer, Dasher, and Donner
What is America’s most popular cookie at Christmas time?
sugar cookie
According to Buddy the Elf, what are the four main food groups?
Candy, candy canes, candy corns, and syrup
In the Twelve Days of Christmas, what are there eleven of?
Pipers piping
What two days do many families buy Christmas presents?
Cyber Monday and Black Friday
You & another person walk under this plant and you are supposed to kiss each other. What is the plant?
Mistletoe
True or False: Clark Griswold’s favorite holiday dinner in “Christmas Vacation” is pasta.
True: It is spaghetti and meatball
What was the highest-grossing Christmas movie of all time?
The Grinch
What popular Christmas song was actually written for Thanksgiving?
Jingle Bells
Japan
Which popular Christmas beverage is also called "milk punch?"
eggnog
In America, children often make food for Santa’s reindeer using what as the main ingredient?
Oatmeal
What cartoon character’s name is used to indicate a small, thin, or just plain undesirable Christmas tree?
Charlie Brown
What is the best-selling Christmas song ever?
White Christmas by Bing Crosby
In what country is it a tradition to fill children’s clogs with candy and treats on December 5?
Netherlands
What brings Frosty the Snowman to life?
A magical hat
What is the main course that the Whos eat for Christmas dinner in “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”?
roast beast