Trivia Flashcards
How long does it take for a tree to reach the average ideal “Christmas tree” height
15 years
What are the two other most popular names for Santa Claus?
Kris Kringle and Saint Nick.
Which U.S. state was the first to declare Christmas an official holiday?
Oklahoma
The word “Hanukkah” means what?
Dedication
What is the most recorded Christmas song of all time?
“Silent Night”
How many sides does a dreidel have?
Four
As the clock chimes midnight to ring in the New Year, a Spanish tradition involves eating twelve of what? You’re supposed to have one for each chime?
Grapes.
What well-known Christmas carol became the first song ever broadcast from space in 1965?
Jingle Bells.
Three of Santa’s reindeer’s names begin with the letter “D.” What are those names?
Dancer, Dasher, and Donner.
Which of these fruits is commonly found inside the Christmas piñata?
Tejocote
Elvis isn’t going to have a white Christmas he’s going to have a….
Blue Christmas.
What much-reviled Christmas edible is known for its long shelf life?
Fruitcake
How many nights does Hanukkah last?
Eight
What Christmas decoration was originally made from strands of silver?
Tinsel
How many days does the Kwanzaa celebration last?
7
Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
Germany
How many gifts in total were given in “The Twelve Days of Christmas” song?
364
What are Christmas trees also called?
Yule-Tree
How many candles can a menorah hold?
Nine
What Christmas beverage is also known as “milk punch?”
Eggnog
What date does Kwanzaa begin each year?
Dec. 26th
The word “Kwanzaa” means what?
First Fruits
In which U.S. state was Kwanzaa first celebrated?
California
In Home Alone, where are the McCallisters going on vacation when they leave Kevin behind?
Paris
The movie Miracle on 34th Street is based on a real-life department store. What is it?
Macy’s
Which Hollywood actor played six different roles in The Polar Express?
Tom Hanks
In the classic Christmas movie, How The Grinch Stole Christmas, the Grinch was described with three words. What are they?
Stink, stank, stunk
What did Frosty The Snowman do when a magic hat was placed on his head?
He began to dance around
What is Ralphie’s little brother’s name in the movie A Christmas Story?
Randy
Who played Scott Calvin in the movie The Santa Clause
Tim Allen
“The Muppet Christmas Carol,” who played Scrooge? Hint: It wasn’t a muppet.
Michael Caine
Elvis isn’t going to have a white Christmas he’s going to have a….
Blue Christmas
In which modern-day country was St. Nicholas born in?
Turkey
In the movie Elf, what was the first rule of The Code of Elves?
Treat every day like Christmas
Which fairy tale served as an inspiration for the first gingerbread houses
Hansel and Gretel
In the UK what do well behaved kids get in their stockings
Tangerines
Which beverage company is said to have popularized Santa’s red and white costume
Coca Cola
Which country does Eggnog originate from
England
What word for Christmas or Christmas Carol was borrowed from the French
Noel
True or False: Studies show an average American gains 3 pounds over the holidays
False: It is 1 pound :)
