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Which holiday marks the beginning of the Jewish New Year?

Rosh Hashanah 

100

What is the candle holder called that’s used during Hanukkah?

Menorah 

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What Christmas decoration was originally made from strands of silver?

Tinsel

100

In the movie Ice Age, what is the name of the ground sloth?

Sid

100

 Which Jewish holiday celebrates the miracle of oil lasting eight days in the temple?

Hanukkah

200

From which country did the poinsettia plant originate?

Mexico

200

Where do people go to witness the winter solstice in the UK?

Stonehenge

200

In the Southern Hemisphere, when does winter take place?

Summer (June to August)

200

 Who voices Elsa in the movie Frozen?

Idina Mendzel

200

In the early 1800s, the first gingerbread houses were reportedly inspired by what famous fairy tale?

Hansel and Grettle

300

Skiing is the most popular winter sport in the US. Which US state is home to the largest number of ski resorts (50+)?

New York

300

Which country did eggnog come from?

England

300

Which of the following athletes is the most decorated American Winter Olympian?

Apolo Ohno

300

What holiday-themed ballet premiered in Saint Petersburg, Russia in 1892?

The Nutcracker

300

 What is the name of George Bailey’s guardian angel in It’s A Wonderful Life?

Clarence Odbody

400

Which of the following hockey teams has the most Stanley Cups?

Montreal Canadiens

400

 The movie Miracle on 34th Street is based on a real-life department store. What is it?

Macy's

400

What country does the holiday drink Coquito originate from?

Puerto Rico

400

In what U.S. state is there a city named North Pole?

Alaska
400

What do the Mean Girls cast sing at the Christmas talent show?

Jingle Bell Rock

500

During which holiday do people exchange red envelopes?

Chinese New Year

500

In which modern-day country was St. Nicholas born?

Turkey

500

What color are the candles of Kwanzaa?

Red, Black, Green

500

A yule log or bûche de Noël is a typical dessert in which region?

Western Europe

500

Which winter solstice festival is observed by Hindus?

Makar Sankranti