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This quiz is done specifically for the Forum on the spot contests.
So therefore the prizes will range and so will the timing.
Please copy and paste each question separately in a post
The current prize for completing this is Onei the dark unicorn to the first 4 people who complete it.
Please DO-NOT do the questions in here. Do them in the Xmas thread.
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Posted: Sun Dec 08, 2013 12:34 am
1. What's the name of the period leading up to Christmas?
2. How many Wise Men brought gifts to Jesus?
3. How does Good King Wenceslas like his pizzas?
4. What was the name of John the Baptist's Mother?
5. Who brings presents to children in Holland on the 5th/6th December?
6. How many letters are in the angelic alphabet?
7. In what town was Jesus born?
8. How many presents were given in total in the 12 Days of Christmas?
9. In what decade was the first Christmas Card sent in the UK?
10. What country did the family escape to?
11. How many of Rudolph's eight companions names start with 'D'?
12. What country did Christmas Trees originate from?
13. Who was the Jewish King who ordered the babies to be killed?
14. What's the second line of "I'm dreaming of a white christmas"?
15. What was Joseph's job?
16. Who started the custom of Wassailing?
17. Who were first people to visit the baby Jesus?
18. What's lucky to find in your Christmas Pudding?
19. What Angel visited Mary?
20. Where did the baby Jesus sleep?
21. We all know that Rudolph has a red nose, but does Rudolph have antlers?
22. In the song "Jingle Bells" who was seated by my side?
23. Yogi Bear spends his first Christmas in what park?
24. This cartoonist of "Believe it or not" fame was born Christmas Day, 1893?
25. Round or oval candies filled with fruit preserves or cream and covered with chocolate are called?
26. This famous hotel magnate was born December 25, 1887?
27. The movie, " Miracle on 34th Street," is in what city?
28. In which Christmas song are the lyrics, "to see if reindeer really know how to fly?"
29. Peter, Paul and Mary had this No. 1 song during Christmas 1969?
30. In The d**k Van Dyke Show Christmas episode, what woodwind instrument did Laura play: Flute or piccolo?
31. Which country created eggnog?
32. In 1962, the U.S. Postal System first did what?
33. Who said, "God Bless Us, Every One!"?
34. This state has the "World's Tallest Living Christmas Tree?" Maine or California?
35. Who is rumored to have stolen Christmas?
36. In Santa Claus the Movie, Joe drank what and burped? Coke or Sprite?
37. For the first time in 38 years, what two religious holidays coincided on December 25, 1978?
38. How many reindeer hooves are there (include Rudolph) ?
39. What were Frosty's last words?
40. The most popular item to put on top of a Christmas tree is?
41. If you spent $86,609 in 2008, what would you be buying? The gifts in The 12 days of Christmas (According to CNN). PS: Not sure if this includes sales tax? wink
42. Who yelled "Stop!" to Frosty?
43. The average number of lights on a Christmas tree is: 200 or 350?
44. How many Wise Men were there according to the bible?
45. If you were born on Christmas Day, what's your sign?
46. Robert Scott set out the North Pole or the South Pole on Christmas Day, 1911?
47. What two words are normally pre-printed on gift tags?
48. There are 365 days in a year. What number is Christmas Day?
49. Christmas Ridge is located in what underwater mountain range?
50. After Joseph, Mary and Jesus left Bethlehem, they went to what country?
51. "Advent" means?
52. Lucy charges how much for her psychiatric services in the animation, "A Charlie Brown Christmas"?
53. Frosty is a girl or boy?
54. How much did it cost to send a Christmas card within the same city early in the Victorian era?
55.Traditionally speaking, Frosty the Snowman has a hat; but, does he also wear a scarf?
56. McDonald's puts what holiday image on bags during the Christmas season?
57. The Littlest Angel has a problem wearing what correctly?
58. December 24, 1814 ended what war?
59. On this day every year, the largest government mailing takes place?
60. In "Jingle Bell Rock" everyone is dancing and prancing. Where do they do it?
61. Which reindeer's name is also the name of a kitchen cleanser?
62. Santa Claus gets back up the chimney by doing what?
63. Alvin the Chipmunk wants what for Christmas?
64. In A Christmas Carol, all three spirits visited in one night or three nights?
65. UPS delivers on Christmas Eve?
66. What is the biggest selling Christmas single of all time?
67. Scrooge's first name is what?
68. "Greensleeves" is another name for what Christmas song?
69. Who first recorded "Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer"?
70. In the movie "It's a Wonderful Life" takes place where?
71. In the song, "Silver Bells" what is dressed in holiday style?
72. Where did there arise such a clatter?
73. The American Lung Association sells what during Christmas?
74. What was the little boys name who stayed home in the movie, Home Alone?
75. "The Night Before Christmas?" never mentions which reindeer?
76. Santa catches either the Flu or a cold in the movie, The Year Without a Santa Claus.
77. In A Charlie Brown Christmas, what does Lucy want for Christmas?
78. The custom of finding a button in the plum pudding means what to an unmarried man?
79. "Catch me if you can"? was said by whom?
80. The most popular toy of 1984 was what doll named after a vegetable?
81. What is the most heard Christmas carol at Christmas?
82. Frosty the Snowman first debuted on which TV station?
83. Santa's favorite Christmas carol is? A tricky question!!
84. When did flashing Christmas lights get introduced? 1930's or 1950's?
85. The Brady Bunch puts their Christmas tree where?
86. Babe, the pig, sings what Christmas song in the movie "Babe" ?
87. Ralph E. Morris, a telephone company employee, invented what for Christmas trees?
88. Why did Joseph and Mary go from Nazareth to Bethlehem?
89. "The Twelve Days of Christmas" has how many verses?
90. Whitney Houston had this #1 song during Christmas 1992?
91. Frosty was brought alive by what?
92. The Reverend Jesse Jackson founded what organization on December 24, 1971?
93. What was Rudolph's punishment for his red nose?
94. What automobile manufacturer was born on Christmas Day 1878?
95. Which actor said,"Now I know there is a Santa Claus" after receiving his Oscar?
96. The average number of gifts an adult male gets for Christmas is? 6 or 10?
97. In the "Christmas Song" what are folks dressed up like?
98. Who wrote A Christmas Carol?
99. What is the main ingredient in gingerbread cookies: Flour, Ginger or Molasses?
100. Is their snow on the ground for Christmas in the movie, Babe,?
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Posted: Sun Dec 08, 2013 12:34 am
101. Name the three reindeer whose names begin with "D"
102. Who starred in the movie, " Christmas in Connecticut"?
103. This state was the last to declare Christmas a legal holiday?
104. Scrooge feared this Ghost the most?
105. In It's A Wonderful Life, what did Clarence receive for accomplishing his mission: wings or halo?
106. In a boxing match on 12-25-1950, who knocked out Hans Stretz ?
107. On what street did a Santa Claus miracle occur?
108. What famous lithographers are reprinted a lot of Christmas cards?
109. Traditionally, does the oldest or youngest family member open the first present?
110. What carol demands figgy pudding?
111. "Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer" was written by who?
112. What river did General Washington cross on December 25, 1776?
113. We all know that Santa has a long, white beard. But, does he also have a moustache?
114. Elvis Presley recorded a sad Christmas song in the fifties of what color?
115. What song contains the line, "Lets be jolly, deck the halls with boughs of holly"?
116. In White Christmas, what did Danny Kaye and Vera-Ellen
do in order to reunite Bing Crosby and Rosemary Clooney?
117. In "A Christmas Memory" Buddy made tin foil angels from what candy bar?
118. What city name do the states Kentucky, Indiana, New Hampshire,
Pennsylvania, Maryland, Connecticut and Georgia have in common?
119. What carol contains the line, "Star with royal beauty bright"?
120. In the poem, "The Night Before Christmas" Santa Clause is used how many times?
121. St. Nick's nose is often compared to what fruit?
122. This Florida town maintains a fully decorated tree year round?
123. What are the traditional colors of the candles on an advent wreath?
124. What came first -- the book or the movie Miracle on 34th Street?
125. What early seventies NFL Dolphin was born on Christmas Day 1946?
126. After red and green, what are the two most poplar Christmas colors?
127. What country group recorded "Christmas in Dixie" in the early 1980's?
128. In Home Alone2, what color limo did Kevin rent?
129 Which country does St. Nicholas originally belong to?
130. How many points does a snowflake traditionally have?
131. Which is the most famous Christmas ballet of all time?
132. Traditionally, kids leave out snacks for Santa Claus. What are these snacks?
133. What is the name of Ebenezer Scrooge's partner, from the play, A Christmas Carol?
134. Which is the most popular ornament used to place at the top of the Christmas tree?
135. One of the most famous Cola companies in the world used to have advertisements featuring a happy, smiling Santa Claus. Name the company
136. Every elf has this ornament on the tip of their shoes. Which ornament are we talking about?
137. Two of the reindeers are named after weather phenomenon. Name the reindeer.
138. Traditions of Christmas around the world will tell you that Santa Claus is known by many names. What is the French name for Santa Claus?
139. Which was the first state in the United States to recognize Christmas as an official holiday?
140. What are the gifts that the Three Wise Men gave baby Jesus, according to Christmas history?
141. When does the Russian Orthodox Church celebrate Christmas?
142. "So this is Christmas" are the first words to which John Lennon song ? (complete title please)
143. What are the names of the Three Wise Men or The Three Kings ? (in western folklore)
144. A Christmas present for country western fans. Who sang "It was Christmas in prison the food was real good, we had turkey and pistols carved out of wood" ?
145. Other than blue, which other colours are mentioned in the Elvis song 'Blue Christmas'?
146. Which 'Christmas' word means 'turning of the sun' ?
147. The Greek word for Messiah was Xristos(Christ). What do all of these words mean translated ?
148. Which pudding with a misleading name was banned by English Puritans because it was deemed to be 'sinfully rich' ?
149. Which popular poem did Clement Clark Moore write for his six children in 1822 ?
150. Superstition dictates that when making mince pies for Christmas one should always stir in which direction ?
151. Most of us have had to eat 'humble pie' at least once in our lives. During Elizebethian times it was popular at Christmas feasts. What was the main ingredient?
152, What message does Ralphie decipher using his decoder pin in 'A Christmas Story'?
153. A Christmas Carol is one of the most popular Christmas stories of all time. In the story, miserly businessman Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by three spirits who convince him to change his ways. Prior to the arrival of the spirits, Scrooge is warned of their arrival by the ghost of his old business partner, ___________?
154. A plant used in many holiday decorations is the "Noche Buena" blossom. In North America, this is more commonly known as ...?
155. The most common image of the American Santa was originally created by Haddon Sundblom as part of a holiday marketing campaign for what?
156. The idea that Santa was a jolly old elf began with a poem titled A Visit from St. Nicholas. What title is this poem also known by?
157. Why is Christmas celebrated on December 25?
158. In 2008, a German man named Willy Thevessen saw a televison ad showing people disposing of their Christmas trees by throwing them out the window. When Willy attempted to do this, what happened?
159. Who started the custom of kissing under the mistletoe?
160. How do you say, "Merry Christmas," in Spanish?
161. In days of yore, a _________ was placed on top of the tree as a symbol of hope or luck.
162. In Australia, Santa's sleigh is often shown as being pulled by which animals?
163. In the poem A Visit from St. Nicholas what are Santa's cheeks compared to?
164. According to tradition, what does Santa Claus smoke?
165. Santa lives at the North Pole. What country is it in?
166. In How the Grinch Stole Christmas, why is the Grinch so mean?
167. The gingerbread houses that have become popular at Christmastime were inspired by which fairy tale?
168. In which season does Christmas fall in South Africa?
169. Father Frost is which country’s version of Santa Claus?
170. What gifts did the Three Wise Men give Baby Jesus?
171. Who wrote the popular holiday song "White Christmas"?
172. The French cake Buche de Noel takes the shape of a ________.
173. How many swans are there in the song "Twelve Days of Christmas"?
174. What year did the first Christmas truce take place?
175. Who played George Bailey’s (James Steward) guardian angel in the classic Christmas movie "It’s a Wonderful Life"?
176. By the original carol definition, which of the following is NOT a Christmas carol?
a) Blue Christmas
b) Past Three O'Clock
c) Ding Dong Merrily on High
d) O Holy Night
e) Silent Night
177. Which of the following countries and territories does NOT officially observe Christmas as a public holiday?
a) Hong Kong b) South Korea c) Japan d) Cuba
178. What is the date of the Russian Christmas (orthodox) on the Western calendar?
179. How many ‘las’ in a line of “Deck the Halls”?
180. Who played Santa in the movie “Santa Clause”?
181. What is the country of origin of the Poinsettia?
182. Who says “Give like Santa, save like Scrooge”
183. What expression regarding Christmas is Scrooge known for?
184. Which actor played the Grinch in the movie “The Grinch Who Stole
Christmas”?
185. Miracle on 34th Street revolves around which famous department store?
186. “The Nightmare Before Christmas" is written by?
187. What takes the place of the Christmas tree in Italy?
188. Who is the fastest reindeer of them all?
189. How do you say “Merry Christmas” in Italian?
190. In Christian art, what is the theme depicting the birth of Christ?
191. From what is the word Christmas derived?
192. How many days in an ordinary year are there before Christmas day?
193. Who introduced the Christmas tree custom to the general population in Great Britain?
194. What is the most-used headline in Department Store Christmas advertising?
195. In the song, to whom did Santa deliver toys in Six White Boomers?
196. What is the Christmas Atoll in the Pacific also known as?
197. In northern Europe, what does the term"Yule" mean?
198. Who wrote the famous phrase in a newspaper "Yes.Virginia, there is a Santa Claus."?
199. Where does the X used in Xmas come from?
200. Who first wrote the story of Rudolph the Red nosed Reindeer?
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Posted: Sun Dec 08, 2013 12:46 am
201. Chevy Chase starred in which 1989 movie about Christmas?
202. What is Santa Claus called in Brazil?
203. What was the fortieth day after Christmas formerly called?
204. Which poet first wrote "For Christmas comes but once a year"?
205. The name of which of Santa's reindeer starts with V?
206. On Christmas day of which year was Charlemagne crowned King of the Roman Empire?
207. Where is the city of Christiansted?
208. According to "Jingle Bell Rock," jingle bell time is a swell time to do what?
209. Who is the narrator of the cartoon How the Grinch Stole Christmas?
210. What comedy team starred in the 1934 holiday classic Babes in Toyland?
211. Where did candy canes get their shape?
212. In Mexico, what does the posada reenact?
213. In Frosty the Snowman, who brought Frosty back to life?
214, Who lost $8,000 in It's a Wonderful Life!
215. Who tells you she's in town by tap, tap, tappin' at your windowpane?
216. What was Scrooge's first name?
217. Where was I when I saw Mommy kissing Santa Claus?
218. What carol contains the line "O tidings of comfort and joy"?
219. In The Night Before Christmas I sprang from my bed to see what?
220. In the song "Grandma Got Run over by a Reindeer" what did Grandma go to get?
221. In It's a Wonderful Life, how did Clarence cleverly save George's life?
222. Who kept time with the Little Drummer Boy?
223. In The Night Before Christmas, where were the stockings hung?
224. What is the name of the little girl in most versions of The Nutcracker?
225. What color is the Grinch?
226. St. Nick's beard is like what feature of winter?
227. What did the Grinch use as a substitute for reindeer?
228. Who were nestled snug in their beds?
229. What glittery bits of metal are hung on a Christmas tree?
230. What instrument does Amahl play as he leads the procession in Amahl and the Night Visitors?
231. What three characters sing "The Chipmunk Song"?
232. What gift did Caspar bring?
233. Traditionally, does the oldest or youngest family member open the first present?
234. What country started the tradition of exchanging gifts?
235. In A Charlie Brown Christmas, what winter recreation is the cast of characters doing in the opening scene?
236. What are tiny, inexpensive christmas gifts usually called?
237. What WWII First Lady wrote a Christmas story about a girl named Marta?
238. What non-smoking association sponsors Christmas seals?
239. How many times is the name of Santa Claus used in "The Night Before Christmas"?
240. What song contains the line "Although, it's been said, many times, many ways"?
241. What does the nutcracker become after killing the Mouse King?
242. What men's grooming appliance became a sled for Santa in commercials of the sixties?
243. What popular Christmas toy is based on a 1903 political caricature?
244. Who first recorded "Here Comes Santa Claus"?
245. What song does a caroler sing outside Scrooge's office?
246. What film told the plight of a poor mountain family during the days of the Depression?
247. What was Brenda Lee doing around the Christmas Tree?
248. In "Winter Wonderland" the lovestruck couple pretends a snowman is who?
249. What is the theme or essence of "I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day"?
250. What song is full of threats and warnings about Santa Claus?
251. Which American state was the first to
make Christmas an official holiday?
252. Which state was the last to make
Christmas an official holiday?
253. What was the name of the dog that
belonged to the Grinch in Dr. Seuss’
book How the Grinch Stole Christmas?
254. Which star led the magi to Jesus?
255. Santa's only female sleigh pulling reindeer,Vien has antlers. True or false?
256. What was pictured on the first stamp printed for the Christmas season?
257. When you go Wassailing, what is it that you are doing?
258. How many sides does a snowflake have?
259. In the movie "A Christmas Story", what did Ralphie, the main character, want for Christmas?
260. What famous Christmas Tree sports 30,000 lights attached to 5 miles of wiring?
261. Can you fill in the blank in the title of this 1997 children’s Christmas book? In the story, a dog mistakenly thinks the phrase “all of the other reindeer” refers to her. Drew Barrymore voiced the dog’s part, in 1999, when the book was made into an animated Christmas television special. The title: ____, The Other Reindeer.
262. In the children’s Christmas book & movie “The Polar Express”, what does the boy place in his robe pocket?
263. What Christmas alternative was invented by Frank Costanza?
264. What type of calendar is used to count the days until Christmas?
265. What army is associated with a kettle and bell-ringing at Christmas time?
266. Who composed the musical masterpiece "The Messiah"?
267. What "Saturday Evening Post" artist was known for his whimsical pictures of Santa?
268, In which language is "Joyeux Noel"?
269. Where did the saying "Jimmy Christmas" come from?
270. In what language and what era was the word Yuletide used for the Christmas season?
271. Scholars can't agree on exactly when Christ was born, but how long has Christmas been celebrated on December 25?
272. How long have people been sending out Christmas cards?
273. What is the name of the cake traditionally eaten in Italy at Christmas?
274. In what year was Band-Aid's Do They Know It's Christmas the UK Christmas chart-topping record?
275. What Christmas item was invented by London baker and wedding-cake specialist Tom Smith in 1847?
276. What is New Year's Eve called in Scotland?
277. What color are the berries of the mistletoe plant?
278. The song White Christmas was first performed in which 1942 film?
279. What date is St Stephen's Day?
280. In what century was St. Nicholas first mentioned?
281. Different legends have Santa Claus living in different places. Where does Santa Claus NOT live?
Finnish Lapland
Greenland
The South Pole
The North Pole
282. When are the '12 Days of Christmas'?
283. Which of the following stories was NOT written by L. Frank Baum?
The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus
The Wizard of Oz
A Kidnapped Santa Claus
The Gift of the Magi
284. Not all children receive their Christmas presents from Santa Claus. Which of the following does NOT give gifts to children in any country?
An angel
A reindeer
A baby camel
An old woman
285. What is the name of Tiny Tim's father in the story, 'A Christmas Carol'?
286. What country did 'Good King Wenceslas' rule?
287. Who was the first English monarch to have a Christmas tree?
288. When is the Feast of St. Nicholas?
289. According to the Bible, in which season was Jesus born?
290. Which of the following does NOT mean Merry Christmas?
Froehliche Weihnachten
Mele Kalikimaka
Vesele Vianoce
Chuc Mung Tan Nien
291. Which song was originally written for a Thanksgiving concert?
292. Which of the following statements about candy canes is FALSE?
They were originally made of glass.
They are shaped in the letter 'J' for 'Jesus'.
The red and white colors symbolize Christ's blood and purity.
They were designed to look like miniature shepherd's staffs.
293. True or False: There was a church built for St. Nicholas?
294. What town is the setting for the perennial Christmas classic 'It's a Wonderful Life'?
295. In what year did a shipload of Italian sailors rescue the bones of St. Nicholas?
296. Which of the following statements concerning the traditions of the Yule log is FALSE?
It is unlucky to buy a Yule log.
The embers can not be stirred while anyone is eating.
It is traditionally lit after Mass or church services on Christmas morning.
It must be kept burning at least 12 hours.
297. Which of the following holidays DOES NOT occur in December?
Candlemas
Kwanzaa
Boxing Day
Feast of St. Nicholas
298. Which of the following composers did NOT write a popular Christmas carol?
Adolphe Charles Adam
George Frideric Handel
Felix Mendelssohn
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
299. Which traditional Christmas plant is NOT poisonous?
Poinsettia
Holly
Rosemary
Mistletoe
300. In 1821 a poem was published that mentioned Santa Claus for the first time What was the name of the poem?
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Posted: Sun Dec 08, 2013 12:49 am
301. Which of the following characters did NOT appear in a children's version of 'A Christmas Carol'?
Kermit the Frog
Bugs Bunny
Mickey Mouse
Mr. Magoo
302. 'Good King Wenceslas'... he looked out 'on the Feast of Stephen'. When is the 'Feast of Stephen'?
303. Which of the following people or things is NOT linked to the origin of the Christmas tree?
A spider
Martin Luther
An angel
St. Boniface
304. Which of the following places is NOT a real U.S. city or town?
Snowflake, Texas
Noel, Missouri
St. Nicholas, Florida
Santa Claus, Georgia
305. What major U.S. facility provides up-to-date information every Christmas Eve on the flight path of Santa Claus?
The U.S. National Weather Service
North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD)
The U.S. Geological Survey
International Arctic Research Center
306. According to legend, what did Santa have arranged back in 1901
To have parents help him by buying gifts
To have milk and cookies left for him
Artificial trees
Commercial Christmas tree farming
307. What is the name of the character that Tim Allen plays in the movie 'The Santa Clause'?
308. The celebration of Kwanzaa focuses on Seven Principles called 'Nguzo Saba'. Which of the following is NOT one of the Seven Principles?
Creativity
Courage
Faith
Unity
309. Which of the following Christmas carols was NOT written by a minister, priest or clergyman?
O Come All Ye Faithful
It Came Upon a Midnight Clear
O Little Town of Bethlehem
Away in a Manger
310. In the Netherlands (Holland), Santa Claus is known as Sinterklaas. How does he deliver candy and gifts to the children there?
311. What drink was adapted to become the American Christmas drink 'Egg Nog'?
312. What is the total amount of destinations that Santa delivers to?
313. What had the greatest impact on the popularity of the Christmas greeting card?
314. Clement C. Moore wrote a very famous Christmas poem. What was it called?
315. In ancient times, which of the following was NOT a use for mistletoe?
An antidote for poison
A fertilizer
Protection from witches
A good-luck charm
316. Which city, famous for its 'Christmas Market', is also known as 'The Gingerbread Capital of the World'?
317. Which U. S. President insisted on putting lit candles on the White House Christmas tree, even though it was considered a fire hazard?
318. In which two oceans would you find a 'Christmas Island'?
319. Which of the following actors won an Academy Award for his acting in a classic Christmas movie?
James Stewart
Bing Crosby
Edmund Gwenn
Reginald Owen
320. In which of the following movies did Bing Crosby NOT sing 'White Christmas'?
Blue Skies
White Christmas
Going My Way
Holiday Inn
321. Who was the most famous 'Scrooge' of radio?
322. In 1841, a Philadelphia merchant hired a man to dress up like Santa and climb the chimney of his store. What is the name of the merchant?
323. Which U.S. President began the custom of giving Christmas gifts to the White House domestic staff?
324. What is the most popular holiday plant decoration in the United States?
325. In Gian Carlo Menotti's opera, 'Amahl and the Night Visitors', what did Amahl offer the Three Wise Kings?
326. Santa Claus fills the SHOES of children with toys and candy in all of the following countries except one. Which one?
327. What famous Christmas song did 'Singing Cowboy' Gene Autry write?
328. On Christmas Eve, what American government agency tracks Santa's sleigh?
329. How do you say 'Merry Christmas' in Brazil?
330. Was the Ebenezer of the Old Testament like Ebeneezer Scrooge, 'a squeezing, wrenching, grasping, scraping, clutching, covetous old sinner'?
331. In the claymation Christmas special 'Santa Claus Is Coming To Town', who was the narrator?
332. Saint Nicholas was a bishop in what is now the country of Turkey. What city was he the bishop of?
333. Which of the following actors did NOT play Ebeneezer Scrooge in a movie or television production called 'A Christmas Carol'?
Alastair Sim
Fredric March
Reginald Owen
George C. Scott
334. Saint Nicholas died in 0343 A.D. and his body was moved in 1087 to protect it from the Saracens. Where is it now?
335. Which of the following songs was NOT introduced in a movie or a Christmas special?
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Silver Bells
We Need a Little Christmas
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
336. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer was a character created in a story written in what year?
337. The carol 'Silent Night' was first played on what instrument?
338. In the movie 'Home Alone', Macaulay Culkin plays a boy who is accidentally left alone at Christmas. What is the name of this character?
339. How many candles are on a Hanukkah Menorah (candelabra)?
340. Which of the following saints was the first person to put on a Christmas nativity play?
St.Stephen
St. Nicholas
St.Francis of Assisi
St. Boniface
341. The tradition of 'mummering' by dressing up in disguises and trying to fool one's neighbors has almost died out as a '12 Days of Christmas' activity. Where is it still practiced?
342. Which popular Christmas carol was originally a piece written by King Henry VIII?
343. In many of the northern European countries, elves and gnomes play an important role in Christmas traditions and beliefs. Which of the following countries does NOT have an elf tradition?
Norway
Denmark
The Netherlands
Sweden
344. Which of the following places is NOT a real U.S. city or town?
North Pole, New York
Christmas, Michigan
St. Nicholas, Minnesota
Sleigh Bells, North Dakota
345. Keeping reindeer did not originate with Santa Claus. Which of the following statements about reindeer is NOT true?
Caribou and reindeer are the same species of deer.
Reindeer can live as long as 30 years.
There are reindeer in Mongolia and Northern China.
Reindeer milk is used to make cheese.
346. Which of the following children's books is NOT a Christmas story?
The Puppy Who Wanted a Boy
Snow
Mr. Putter and Tabby Bake the Cake
The Mighty Santa Fe
347. 'For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.' In which book of the New Testament does this verse appear?
John
Mark
Luke
Matthew
348. Who wrote The Snow Man?
349. Where was the use of wreaths and holly at Yuletide as a tradition begun?
350. Do reindeer actually pull sleighs in some countries?
351. How much would the Rockefeller Center tree cost?
352. What is the highest grossing Christmas movie of all time?
353. How much would the full gift list from "The 12 Days of Christmas" cost?
354. How much does it cost to get a ride in a one-horse open sleigh?
355. Which sex kitten got her start in the infamous 1960s movie Santa Claus Conquers the Martians ?
356. Between Thanksgiving and Christmas, Americans will spend how much on toys, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission?
357. What is the Epiphany?
358. Why are there 12 days of Christmas?
359. A large Christmas theme amusement park is located near an Olympic site in this city:
360. The first three states to proclaim Dec. 25 a legal holiday (in the 1830s) were:
361. Christmas, Fla., is located between what cities?
362. What does a cat get on Fort Lauderdale beach on Dec. 25?
363. What is the real name of the poem that starts `Twas the Night Before Christmas ?
364. St. Nick is actually the saint of?
365. Why did he first start giving Christmas gifts?
366. Originally, how did St. Nick get down chimneys?
367. Why does Santa Claus have a garden?
368. You shouldn`t do this when Santa Claus is coming to town:
369. Which of these people was not born on Dec. 25?
A. Clara Barton
B. Cab Calloway
C. Jimmy Buffett
D. Jesus Christ
E. Humphrey Bogart
F. Abe Lincoln
G. Sir Issac Newton
H. Rod Serling
370. Which Christmas symbol was believed to have magical properties in ancient times?
371. Why?
372. What do elves learn in school?
373. If athletes get athletes foot, what do astronauts get?
374. What do you get when you cross a snowman with a vampire?
375. Where do polar bears vote?
376. What do you get when you cross an archer with a gift-wrapper?
377. How do sheep in Mexico say Merry Christmas?
378. What nationality is Santa Claus?
379. What do you call a bunch of grandmasters of chess bragging about their games in a hotel lobby?
380. What do you get if you deep fry Santa Claus?
381. What did the ghosts say to Santa Claus?
382. What do snowmen eat for breakfast?
383. Why did Santa spell Christmas N-O-E?
384. Why does Santa Claus go down the chimney on Christmas Eve?
385. Did you hear that one of Santa's reindeer now works for Proctor and Gambel? Its true . . . Comet cleans sinks! lolol rofl
386. What do you call people who are afraid of Santa Claus?
387. Why does Scrooge love Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?
388. Who delivers cat's Christmas presents ?
389. What do you get if you cross Santa with a duck?
390. What do you call Santa's little helpers?
391. What's lucky to find in your Christmas Pudding?
392. What's the second line of "I'm dreaming of a white christmas"?
393. In the Middle Ages, people ate boar’s or pig’s head smothered in mustard on Christmas Day. Which British city is famously associated with this hot condiment?
394. Despite attempts to revive its popularity as a retro food, corned beef has fallen out of favor. What does ‘corned’ mean?
395. Who served up figgy pudding in Dickens’ A Christmas Carol?
396. The almond is neither a nut nor a legume, botanically speaking. What is it?
397. Which Christmas dish developed from ‘frumenty’, a thick porridge of cereal, dried fruit and spices?
398. In Hungary, turkey does not feature on the Christmas menu. Which creature usually does?
399. Traditionally, mincemeat should only be stirred in one direction. Which is it and why?
400. What should you eat one of for each of the 12 days of Christmas if you want good luck?
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401. In the movie, "Going My Way" what was the name of the church?
402. Who was the president during Christmas 1989?
403. According to Dickens, just how dead was Marley?
404. Using frosting, what symbol is drawn on the Christmas loaf of bread in Greece?
405. What song begins, "Maybe it's much too early in the game?"
406. What Christmas song is Nat King Cole best remembered for?
407. What two reindeer are mentioned in the song, "Here Comes Santa Clause?"
408. What is the name of Scrooge's one-time fiancée? Hint: It begins with a B.
409. In "A Charlie Brown Christmas" who plays the dusty innkeeper in their Christmas play?
410. What Chicago museum features Christmas trees from around the world?
411. In "The Chipmunk Song" what is Alvin scolded for?
412. What are little fires or candles in paper bags called?
413. What is the name of the last ghost in "A Christmas Carol?"
414. What are the 2 names of the town in "It's a Wonderful Life?"
415. What Apollo Mission sent a Christmas broadcast message to Earth in 1968?
416. Who wrote "The Fir Tree?"
417. What are tiny, inexpensive gifts commonly called?
418. The symbols Ag and Au give rich meaning to what song?
419. What song contains the line, "Jack Frost nipping at your nose?"
420. How many candles are there on an Advent wreath?
421. How many horses pull the sleigh in "Jingle Bells?"
422. What term is used when a tree is sprayed with artificial snow?
423. What type of poultry does Scrooge send to Bob Cratchit on Christmas?
424. In "the Friendly Beast" what is the first animal to speak?
425. Who comes home to Atlanta for Christmas in "Gone With the Wind?"
426. What country started the gift exchange tradition?
427. What carol contains the line "Love and joy come to you"?
428. Who meets Santa Claus in "Little House on the Prairie?"
429. What historical Washington DC building was 2/3 destroyed by fire on 12/24/1851?
430. In what ocean are the Australian controlled Christmas Islands?
431. How many times does Santa say "Ho?"
432. In "the Night Before Christmas, where did they hang the stockings?
433. Who wrote the music for "The Nutcracker"?
434. What color is Santa's belt?
435. How many Christmases does Margaret Mitchell write about in "Gone With the Wind?"
436. How many points are there on a Christmas star?
437. On St. Nicholas Day 1933, what could be bought legally?
438. How big is the voice in "Do you hear what I hear?"
439. New Year's 1973 was the final publication of what 36 year old magazine?
440. What kind of cap does Santa Wear?
441. What do most elves wear on their shoes?
442. This most popular Christmas toy in 1983-1985 was unique and no two were exactly alike.
443. What is the MOST expensive ingredient in the fruitcake made in "A Christmas Memory?"
444. How many maids-a-milking did my true love give to me?
445. Name the 3 kings.
446. What is considered the ideal Christmas tree?
447. Symbolically what do the red holly berries represent? The leaves?
448. How much does Della get for her hair in "The Gift of the Magi?"
449. Which Scot's poet wrote the words to "Auld Lang Syne?"
450. What Saturday Evening Post artist was known for his whimsical Santa pictures?
451. What happened to Pope Gregory VII while saying mass on Christmas Day?
452. In "Miracle on 34th Street" what does Susan teach Kris to do?
453. "I heard the bells on Christmas Day" was based on a poem written during which American war?
454. Who were the two male co-stars in "White Christmas?"
455. What is the name of the cake traditionally eaten in Italy at Christmas?
456. What city merged with New York City on New Year's Eve 1898 to form the official city of New York?
457. What symbolically does the "X" represent in Xmas?
458. What furry substance is often hung on Christmas trees?
459. What US City celebrates Christmas with "100 Neediest Cases" Drive?
460. Who wrote, 'The Night Before Christmas?"
461. What kidnapped author wrote "Christmas at Sea?"
462. In what state does most of the movie "White Christmas" take place?
463. In what European country does the "Nutcracker" unfold?
464. What folk song is also known as "What Child is This?"
465. What revolutionary hero and silversmith was born on Christmas day 1735?
466. In "A Charlie Brown Christmas" what color of tree was Charlie Brown supposed to buy?
467. Who, while severing as Lord Protector in England, banned Christmas?
468. There is really a plant called The Christmas Weed? True or False?
469. In what country does "Amahl and the Night Visitors" take place?
470. In a "Holly Jolly Christmas", the lyrics tell us to have a cup of what?
471. What Association sponsors Christmas Seals?
472. What catalog company had its first catalog available for Christmas 1872?
473. In the song "Jingle Bells" what kind of sleigh is it?
474. In "O Little Town of Bethlehem" where do the silent stars go by?
475. What Christmas operetta song written by Victor Herbert in 1903 describes a land for boys and girls?
476. Which popular Christmas carol is considered to be a lullaby?
477. The composer of "Go Tell it on the Mountain" is debated. Many feel it is John Wesley Work of Nashville, Tennessee. In the lyrics, we are told to tell what over the hills and everywhere?
478. Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer is a song based on a children's Christmas story. Name another Christmas song that is also based on a story.
479. Tommie Connor wrote "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus" in 1952. We all know they were kissing under the mistletoe. But, where did mommy "TICKLE" Santa Claus?
480. What song goes "a rum pum pum pum?
481. Johnn Marks wrote and Brenda Lee sung (1960) "Rockin' Around the Christmas tree. So where did they all rock around the tree?
482. In the song, "Jolly Old St. Nicholas", at what time does it say that Santa will come down the chimney and fill the stockings that are hanging in a row?
483. Which Christmas song goes "giddy-yap, giddy-yap, giddy-yap it's grand?"
484. In the song "Winter Wonderland" exactly how will you frolic and play?
485. This song is often called "Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire" but that's not it's real title. What is it?
486. In the song, "I'll be Home For Christmas" what is the request to have waiting for them upon return?
487. In "The Polar Express", Tom Hanks played more than one character. Which two characters did he play?
488. When you see someone standing under mistletoe, what is it that you are supposed to do?
489. In "The Garfield Christmas Special" what does Garfield give to Grandma Arbuckle?
490. In the nursery rhyme, "Little Jack Horner", when he stuck his thumb in the Christmas pie, what came out?
491. Will Ferrell plays an elf in the movie, "Elf." What is his name in the movie?
492. The first artificial Christmas tree was made in Germany towards the end of the 19th century. What was this tree made of?
493. Who conducted the first ever Christmas Eve Mass?
494. Santa Claus is fat. He is also described as?
495. In the song, "Santa Claus is Coming to Town" what are the children told NOT to do?
496. What is a Christmas Pageant?
497. Traditionally, every year the Salvation Army stands out in front of stores and collects donations. They do this by making noise in what way?
498. Santa Claus really has a bad habit of smoking. What does he smoke?
499. Noël means this in French?
500. What is “The Nutcracker”?
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501. What is the major difference between a “professionally grown” Christmas tree and one that is cut “in the wild”?
502. What is the custom of the Yule log?
503. Who started this custom?
504. When were electric Christmas lights first used?
505. There are two “Christmas Islands.” Where are they?
506. What is Frankincense?
507. Which King is thought to have presented this gift to the Christ child?
508. Which president was the first to decorate an official White House Christmas Tree?
509. What is Frumenty? If you were given some frumenty at a Medieval Christmas party, what would you do with it?
510. What legend is this from?
511. Christmas has its roots in what culture?
512. In this culture, where do the elves fit in?
513. What are the reindeer associated with?
514. In France, what is a pain calendeau and what do you do with it?
515. Some Christian sects, called calendarists, celebrate Christmas on what day? Why?
516. What was the last state to declare Christmas a legal holiday?
517. When and where was the first postage stamp commemorating Christmas issued?
518. The first Salvation Army collection “kettle” was not a kettle at all! What was it?
519. What is eating mince pies during the Christmas season believed to bring?
520. What does the 1551 “Holy Days and Fasting Days Act” state? This is still an active law in Britian!
521. In France, Christmas is called Noel. What does this mean?
522. In Greek legend, malicious creatures called Kallikantzaroi (also spelled Kallikantzari) sometimes play troublesome pranks at Christmas time. What can you do to get rid of them?
523. When do adults exchange gifts in Guatemala?
524. We set out stockings for Santa. What do Dutch children use?
525. In Norway, after dinner and gifts on Christmas Eve, all of the __________ in the house are hidden.
526. Why are they hidden?
527. What is the Portuguese Christmas meal called?
528. Why do the Portuguese save part of their Yule log to burn later in the year?
529. What is a Jullock?
530. Who (or what) gives out Christmas gifts in Syria?
531. In the very first cartoon of Santa with his reindeer in 1863, to whom was he delivering gifts?
532. What is a Kolach?
533. What does a Kolach symbolize?
534. In Britian, to make a “Christmas pudding wish” come true, in what direction must you stir?
535. Was the Christ child really born in a stable?
536. Who delivers gifts to children in Italy?
537. What did the Celtic people believe about mistletoe?
538. What is Myrrh?
539. Which King is believed to have presented this gift to the Christ child?
540. What were the earliest Christmas decorations made of?
541. Why were postmen in Victorian England called “robins”?
542. When and why was the song “Silent Night” written?
543. Who wrote the song “Silent Night”?
544. Historically speaking, who was the real “Saint Nicholas”?
545. The "Twelve Days of Christmas" are thought by some to have originally been written to help Catholic children, in England, remember different articles of faith during the persecution by Protestant Monarchs. The "true love" represented God, and the gifts all different ideas:
The "Partridge in a pear tree" was: _____________________
546. 2 Turtle Doves = ________________________________________
547. 3 French Hens = ________________, ______________, & ______________
548. 4 Calling Birds = ______________________________
549. 5 Golden Rings =_________________________________________
550. 6 Geese A-laying = __________________________________
551. 7 Swans A-swimming = _____________________________________
552. 8 Maids A-milking = __________________________________
553. 9 Ladies Dancing = ___________________________________
554. 10 Lords A-leaping = _______________________________________
555. 11 Pipers Piping = _______________________________________
556. 12 Drummers Drumming = ________________________________
557. When, exactly, are the “Twelve days of Christmas”?
558. In what year was the earliest known set of Christmas Carols published?
559. Who designed the cover of the first UNICEF Christmas card in 1949?
560. From what Roman custom does hanging a holiday wreath come?
561. From what European custom does lighting the tree come?
562. What was the original title of “The Night before Christmas”?
563. What was the original title of “Jingle Bellls”?
564. True or False: The Puritans forbade the singing of Christmas Carols.
565. Which of the following holidays DOES NOT occur in December?
a. Candlemas
b. Kwanzaa
c. Feast of St. Nicholas
d. Boxing Day
566. True or False : Santa's female sleigh-pulling reindeer, Vixen, Dancer, Cupid & Blitzen, have antlers.
567. Speaking of 'Good King Wenceslas'... he looked out 'on the Feast of Stephen'. When is the 'Feast of Stephen'?
568. What is the shape of the candy cane modeled after?
569. What was pictured on the first stamp printed for the Christmas season?
570. What relation was the Christ Child to John the Baptist?
571. Who was the Roman emperor when Christ was born?
572. Mary and Joseph journeyed from Nazareth to Bethlehem to be enrolled in the imperial census. How many miles is that?
573. What family tradition did President Franklin Roosevelt insist on performing every Christmas Eve?
574. What did Harry Potter get for Christmas in his first semester at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry?
575. What historic event heightened holiday spirits in Berlin a decade ago?
576. Which newspaper assured a reader: "Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus?"
577. Why do we kiss under the mistletoe?
578. Thanksgiving has traditionally been the start of the Christmas season in the U.S. Which U.S. President moved Thanksgiving back a week to extend the holiday shopping season?
579. What auspicious television event occurred in December 1965?
580. The state songs of Maryland and Michigan use the melody of what popular Christmas song?
581. In which year was Queen Elizabeth's Christmas message to the nation fist televised?
582. True or false: More diamonds are sold at Christmas time than at Valentine's Day.
583. What was so unusual about the Christmas season of 1989 in Eastern Europe?
584. In what year did Toys for Tots start making the holidays a little happier for children?
585. True or false: The date of Christ's birth is noted in the Book of Matthew in the New Testament.
586. What contribution to the Santa legend did New York ad writer Robert May make in 1939?
587. Who is Ebenezer?
588. What color is the Grinch?
589. Which reindeer's name starts with a "B"?
590. What Christmas food is made from "marsh-whorts"?
591. In what novel is it "always winter but never Christmas"?
592. What is another name given to Jesus that relates to the Christmas story?
593. What does it mean?
594. When was tinsel first used on Christmas trees?
595. What does it represent?
596. In the animated TV special “Twas the Night Before Christmas”, the townsfolk created a song to attract Santa back. According to the song, what is calling Santa?
597. Where did Egg Nog originate?
598. What was it made with?
599. After it made it to America, one of these ingredients was so highly taxed that they had to substitute another one. What was the “new” ingredient?
600. Beeswing is the term for the crackled translucent crust that forms on old bottles of which popular Christmas tipple?
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601. In "A Charlie Brown Christmas," Charlie Brown complains that Christmas has turned into what?
602. In the movie "Elf" which comedian played PaPa Elf?
603. If the Grinch stole Christmas, then in 1988, which character in a movie saved Christmas?
604. Where was the very first midnight mass held?
604. Which dog had his own Christmas movie?
605. Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in which Christmas movie?
606. Santa's favorite jacket is red with what kind of trim?
607. In the movie, "Home Alone," Kevin does what right before Christmas?
608. In the movie, "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," which actor played the Grinch?
609. Back in 1551, Great Britain passed a law banning all sports on December 25, except this one:________________________
610. In the movie, "Elf", the story begins when a baby crawls into Santa's bag when Santa is doing what?
611. In the Christmas carol, "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" those carolers are pretty insistent that they get what before they will leave?
612. In "The Muppet Christmas Carol" which muppet plays Charles Dickens?
613. Because it is believed that the baby Jesus was born at midnight, what Christmas Eve tradition was started?
614. In the song, "Go Tell it on the Mountain" what is it that we are supposed to go tell everyone?
615. In the animation, "A Mickey's Christmas Carol" which cartoon character plays Ebenezer Scrooge?
616. The baby Jesus was born in which town?
617. The custom of gift-giving using a Secret Santa has a few rules. Which of the following IS NOT a rule for a Secret Santa Giver?
(a) That you can't tell the person you're their Secret Santa.
(b) That you can't tell the person what the gift is.
(c) That you can't tell the person how much you spent on the gift.
618. Which of the following television families had a TV Christmas movie special in 1988?
(a) The Brady Bunch
(b) The Partridge Family
(c) The Jeffersons
619. In the movie "Elf”, Buddy goes back to search for his real father in which town?
620. The City of Bethlehem is also called?
621. In the Chipmunk's "Christmas Song" what kind of plane do they want?
622. In the movie, "Elf" Buddy's real father does what for a living?
623. The Christmas carol, "Silent Night" was first played on which musical instrument?
624. In the song, "The Twelve Days of Christmas," what is the one item that is given daily?
625. In the movie, "Elf" it became apparent that Buddy wasn't really an elf when what happened?
626. What should you do to keep a live Christmas tree fresh?
627. What date is St Stephen's Day?
628. London's Trafalgar Square Christmas tree is traditionally given by which country?
629. In the song The Twelve Days of Christmas, '...my true love brought to me five……what?
630. When was the song “Twas the Night before Christmas” first published?
631. What is the history of the creation of Rudoloph the Red Nosed Reindeer?
632. The character Jack Skellington appears in which 1993 Tim Burton film?
633. What colour are the berries of the mistletoe plant?
634. What do the names “Donner” and “Blitzen” mean in German?
635. What is New Year's Eve called in Scotland?
636. What Christmas item was invented by London baker and wedding-cake specialist Tom Smith in 1847?
637. In which modern country is St Nicholas's birthplace and hometown?
638. What does “poinsettia” mean?
639. How many points does a snowflake have?
640. Which of these names does NOT belong to one of Santa’s reindeer?
A) Comet
B) Prancer
C) Blitzen
d) Klaxon
641. In the Ukraine, what does it mean if you find a spider web in the house on Christmas morning?
642. In many households, part of the fun of eating Christmas pudding is finding a trinket that predicts your fortune for the coming year. For instance, finding a coin means you will become wealthy. What will you be if you find a button?
643. What might a Greek priest throw into the town water at Christmas? Why?
644. Which of the following names does NOT belong one of the Three Kings?
A) Caspar
B) Balthazar
C) Teleost
D) Melchior
645. One of the adventures of Sherlock Holmes takes place during the Christmas season. Which one?
646. Which well-known author of fantasy fiction also created a book called The Father Christmas Letters?
A) Lewis Carroll
B) J.R.R. Tolkien
C) E. Nesbit
D) C.S. Lewis
647. In Sweden, a common Christmas decoration is the Julbukk, a small figurine of a goat. Of what material is it usually made?
348. What is the Irish custom of "feeding the wren" or "hunting the wren" on December 26?
649. In Tchaikovsky’s ballet "The Nutcracker", who is the nutcracker’s main enemy?
650. At lavish Christmas feasts in the Middle Ages, swans and peacocks were sometimes served "endored". What does that mean?
651. All through the Christmas season in old England, "lambswool" could be found in the houses of the well-to-do. What was it?
652. The ancient game of Snapdragon has been part of English Christmases for over 300 years. Players are egged on by a chant, part of which goes, "Take care you don’t take too much, Be not greedy in your clutch, Snip, snap, dragon!" What is "the dragon" in this game?
653. In Victorian times, most Londoners would have been familiar with the "goose club". What was it?
654. After Scrooge has reformed his life at the end of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, he invites Bob Cratchit to join him for some "smoking bishop". What did he mean?
655. In Victorian England, turkeys were popular for Christmas dinners. Some of the birds were raised in Norfolk, and taken to market in London. To get them to London, the turkeys:
A) Were herded by sheep dogs
B) Flew
C) Rode in huge wagons called “turkey-vans”
D) Were supplied with boots made of sacking or leather
656. In Greek legend, malicious creatures called Kallikantzaroi sometimes play troublesome pranks at Christmas time. What should you do to get rid of them?
657. The jólasveinar, or "yule lads", are a traditional part of an Icelandic Christmas. What are they?
658. The poinsettia is a traditional Christmas flower. Where did it originally grow?
659. The “Urn of Fate” is part of the Christmas celebrations in many Italian households. What is it?
660. In Lithuania, if Kaledu Senelis, or Grandfather Christmas, appears to the children on Christmas Eve to hand out presents, the recipient must do what?
661. Modern depictions of Santa Claus as a fat, jolly elf in a bright red suit with rosy cheeks and a long, white beard were inspired by…?
662. True or false: The character "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" was originally created as a holiday promotional gimmick for the Montgomery Ward department store chain.
663. The word"mistletoe" derives from an Anglo-Saxon phrase meaning...?
664. According to folk tradition, the first person in history to decorate a fir tree with Christmas lights (actually candles, in those days) was...?
665. The tradition of "decking the halls" with boughs of holly and other greenery originated from...?
666. True or false: The shape and color scheme of candy canes were originally intended to symbolize the purity of Jesus Christ and the blood he shed on the cross.
667. The tradition of hanging Christmas stockings by the chimney was inspired by...
668. True or false: Poinsettias are quite poisonous if eaten and must be kept out of reach of children and pets.
669. What was the origin of the abbreviation "Xmas"?
670. In what year was the earliest known commercially-made Christmas card sold?
671. What color is Santa’s belt?
672. In “A Charlie Brown Christmas”, who builds a grey snowman?
673. How many “geese-a-laying” are there in The Twelve Days of Christmas?
674. What do they call their Christmas gift bringer in Chile?
675. In “A Christmas Carol”, what song does the caroler sing outside Scrooge’s office?
676. What state has a city named “Santa Claus”?
677. In the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas" what is given on the tenth day?
678. Where and when did the custom of having and decorating Christmas trees originate?
679. In "'Twas The Night before Christmas", not a creature was stirring, not even a...?
680. What is in a fruitcake?
681. Deck the Halls with boughs of…?
682. Who wins the decorating contest in A Charlie Brown Christmas?
683. From where did the name “Santa Claus” originate?
684. "Hot cockles" was a popular game at Christmas in medieval times. What did it involve?
685. What does it mean to go “a-waissailing”?
686. From where did “Wassail” originate?
687. What was served for a traditional Christmas dinner in early England?
688. About how many Christmas trees do Americans buy each year?
689. Where is America’s official, National Christmas tree located?
690. When was it made the official Christmas tree?
691. There is a Ukranian Christmas custom involving a feast and the first evening star. What is this tradition?
692. Before settling on the name of Tiny Tim for his character in "A Christmas Carol," three other alliterative names were considered by Charles Dickens. What were they?
693. What state is the top producer of Christmas trees?
694. How were candy canes originally used?
695. When and why were red stripes added?
696. What is “Boxing Day?”
697. What parts of Christmas trees are actually edible?
698. “Christmas” was not always on one particular day but could be celebrated at many different times of year. Why was December 25th finally chosen as “Christmas Day”?
699. Who made this decision? Why?
700. Christmas has, at its roots, the pagan celebration of ….?
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701. How many reindeer usually pull Santa's sleigh on a clear night?
702. Can you name them?
703. One foggy Christmas Eve, Santa needed help guiding his sleigh through the stormy night. Who did he ask for help?
704. Santa's has a favorite snack. Children often leave it out for him on Christmas Eve. What is it?
705. Who makes the toys that Santa delivers?
706. We all know that Rudolph has a red nose, but does Rudolph have antlers?
707. Yogi Bear spends his first Christmas in what park?
708. This cartoonist of "Believe it or not" fame was born Christmas Day, 1893?
709. Round or oval candies filled with fruit preserves or cream and covered with chocolate are called?
710. This famous hotel magnate was born December 25, 1887?
711. The movie, “Miracle on 34th Street," is in what city?
712. In which Christmas song are the lyrics, "to see if reindeer really know how to fly?"
713. Peter, Paul and Mary had this No. 1 song during Christmas 1969?
714. Which country created eggnog?
715. In 1962, the U.S. Postal System first did what?
716. Who said, "God Bless Us, Every One!"?
717. This state has the "World's Tallest Living Christmas Tree?" Maine or California?
718. In Santa Claus the Movie, Joe drank what and burped? Coke or Sprite?
719. For the first time in 38 years, what two religious holidays coincided on December 25, 1978?
720. How many reindeer hooves are there (include Rudolph)?
721. The most popular item to put on top of a Christmas tree is?
722. If you spent $86,609 in 2008, what would you be buying?
723. The average number of lights on a Christmas tree is: 200 or 350?
724. How many Wise Men were there according to the bible?
725. If you were born on Christmas Day, what's your zodiac sign?
726. Robert Scott set out the North Pole or the South Pole on Christmas Day, 1911?
727. What two words are normally pre-printed on gift tags?
728. There are 365 days in a year. What number is Christmas Day?
729. Christmas Ridge is located in what underwater mountain range?
730. After Joseph, Mary and Jesus left Bethlehem, they went to what country?
731. "Advent" means?
732. Frosty is a girl or boy?
733. How much did it cost to send a Christmas card within the same city early in the Victorian era?
734. Traditionally speaking, Frosty the Snowman has a hat; but, does he also wear a scarf?
735. McDonald's puts what holiday image on bags during the Christmas season?
736. The Littlest Angel has a problem wearing what correctly?
737. December 24, 1814 ended what war?
738. On this day every year, the largest government mailing takes place?
739. In "Jingle Bell Rock" everyone is dancing and prancing. Where do they do it?
740. Which reindeer's name is also the name of a kitchen cleanser?
741. Santa Claus gets back up the chimney by doing what?
742. In A Christmas Carol, all three spirits visited in one night or three nights?
743. Does UPS deliver on Christmas Eve?
744. What is the biggest selling Christmas single of all time?
745. Scrooge's first name is what?
746. "Greensleeves" is another name for what Christmas song?
747. Who first recorded "Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer"?
748. The movie "It's a Wonderful Life" takes place where?
749. In the song, ”Silver Bells" what is dressed in holiday style?
750. Where did there arise such a clatter?
751. The American Lung Association sells what during Christmas?
752. What was the little boys name who stayed home in the movie, Home Alone?
753. "The Night Before Christmas?" never mentions which reindeer?
754. Santa catches either the Flu or a cold in the movie, The Year without a Santa Claus. Which?
755. The custom of finding a button in the plum pudding means what to an unmarried man?
756. "Catch me if you can?" was said by whom?
757. The most popular toy of 1984 was what doll named after a vegetable?
758. What is the most heard Christmas carol at Christmas?
759. Frosty the Snowman first debuted on which TV station?
760. Santa's favorite Christmas carol is?
761. When did flashing Christmas lights get introduced? 1930's or 1950's?
762. The Brady Bunch puts their Christmas tree where?
763. Babe, the pig, sings what Christmas song in the movie "Babe" ?
764. Why did Joseph and Mary go from Nazareth to Bethlehem?
765. "The Twelve Days of Christmas" has how many verses?
766. Whitney Houston had this #1 song during Christmas 1992?
767. What was Rudolph's punishment for his red nose?
768. Which actor said, "Now I know there is a Santa Claus" after receiving his Oscar?
769. The average number of gifts an adult male gets for Christmas is? 6 or 10?
770. In the "Christmas Song" what are folks dressed up like?
771. Who wrote A Christmas Carol?
772. What is the main ingredient in gingerbread cookies: Flour, Ginger or Molasses?
773. Is their snow on the ground for Christmas in the movie, Babe,?
774. Name the three reindeer whose names begin with "D"
775. Who starred in the movie, " Christmas in Connecticut"?
776. This state was the last to declare Christmas a legal holiday?
777. Scrooge feared this Ghost the most?
778. In It's A Wonderful Life, what did Clarence receive for accomplishing his mission: wings or halo?
779. On what street did a Santa Claus miracle occur?
780. Traditionally, does the oldest or youngest family member open the first present?
781. What carol demands figgy pudding?
782. "Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer" was written by who?
783. What river did General Washington cross on December 25, 1776?
784. We all know that Santa has a long, white beard. But, does he also have a moustache?
785. Elvis Presley recorded a sad Christmas song in the fifties of what color?
786. What song contains the line, "Lets be jolly, deck the halls with boughs of holly"?
787. In "A Christmas Memory" Buddy made tin foil angels from what candy bar?
788. What carol contains the line, "Star with royal beauty bright"?
789. In the poem, "The Night Before Christmas" the words “Santa Clause” are used how many times?
790. St. Nick's nose is often compared to what fruit?
791. This Florida town maintains a fully decorated tree year round?
792. What are the traditional colors of the candles on an advent wreath?
793. What came first -- the book or the movie Miracle on 34th Street?
794. After red and green, what are the two most poplar Christmas colors?
795. In Home Alone2, what color limo did Kevin rent?
796. What Christmas carol has this lyric in it? "He got into a drifted bank, and then we got upsot!"
797. Which European country revised the “kissing under the mistletoe” tradition?
798. In the movie "Babe," what gift do Farmer Hoggett and his wife get from their son for Christmas?
799. In the movie "White Christmas" where did they hide all the General's suits on Christmas Eve?
800. In what direction does the Star lead the 3 kings?
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Posted: Sun Dec 08, 2013 1:13 am
Polar Express!
801. In the Polar Express movie, what is "The First Gift of Christmas?"
802. What sort of "liquid refreshment" is dispensed to the children during their trip?
803. What word does the conductor punch into the ticket of "the young man with all the questions" at the end of night?
804. What article of clothing was in the coffee pot of the mysterious hobo that lived on top of the train?
805. When it comes to hot chocolate, there's only one rule! What is it?
806. At what time did the train arrive at the main boy character's house?
807. What kind of animal gets in the way of the train on its journey to the North Pole?
808. What was the name of the "steepest downhill grade in the world?"
809. What word did the conductor punch into the "know-it-all's" ticket?
810. While on the train, the young boy main character does something, and then exclaims, "I've wanted to do that all my life!" What did he do?
Name That Movie!
811. "Teacher says, every time a bell rings an angel gets his wings."
812. "What if Christmas, he thought, doesn't come from a store. What if Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more."
813. "It's a one year membership to the Jelly of the Month Club."
814. "You'll shoot your eye out kid!"
815. "He never got his picture on bubble gum cards, did he? Have you ever seen his picture on a bubble gum card? Hmmm? How can you say someone is great who's never had his picture on bubble gum cards?"
816. "Uh, since the United States Government declares this man to be Santa Claus, this court will not dispute it. Case dismissed."
817. "Bless this highly nutritious microwavable macaroni and cheese dinner and the people who sold it on sale. Amen."
818. "We're your worst nightmare... Elves with attitude."
819. "Fog as thick as peanut butter"
820. "Lovely, glorious, beautiful Christmas, upon which the entire kid year revolved."
821. "The thing about trains... it doesn't matter where they're going. What matters is deciding to get on."
822. "Strange, isn't it? Each man's life touches so many other lives. When he isn't around he leaves an awful hole, doesn't he?”
Charlie Brown!
823. Pig Pen is the only person that Charlie Brown knows who can do what?
824. When catching snowflakes on his tongue, Linus thought the flakes needed something. What?
825. What might Linus do with his blanket when he grows up?
826. How much does Lucy charge for psychiatric help?
827. During Charlie Brown's psychiatric session with Lucy, he reveals that he has pantophobia. What's that?
828. Instead of getting "a lot of stupid toys", what is it that Lucy wants for Christmas?
829. In dictating a letter to Santa, Sally ultimately asks Santa for one gift. What is it?
830. Lucy was kissed once during the show. Who kissed her?
831. How many good reasons did Lucy give Linus to encourage him to memorize his lines for the play?
832. What part is Sally asked to perform in the Christmas play?
833. Here's a tough one: What song did Schroeder play indicating it was his selection for the Christmas play music?
834. What song did Lucy ask Schroeder to play that she didn't recognize until he finally played it with only one finger?
835. What traditional Christmas carol does the entire Peanuts gang hum, and then eventually sing at the end of the show?
Frosty!
836. What action causes Frosty to come to life?
837. Upon coming to life, what were Frosty's first words?
838. In an effort to keep from melting, where did Frosty travel to?
839. What was the old hat that Frosty wore made out of?
840. Who was the original owner of Frosty's magic hat?
841. What did the traffic cop accidently swallow when he yelled "STOP!"?
842. How did Frosty travel to the North Pole?
843. Frosty's pipe was made from what?
844. What was Professor Hinkle's profession?
845. What was Professor Hinkle's rabbit's name?
846. Throughout the show, a little girl helps Frosty. What is her name?
847. How much was a train ticket to the North Pole?
848. Frosty was made of a special kind of snow that never disappears. What kind of snow was it?
849. What were Frosty's last words at the end of the show?
How about the Grinch!!
850. Where did the Grinch live?
852. What was the most likely reason that the Grinch hated Christmas?
853. Although the Grinch disliked many things about Christmas, what was the one the one thing he liked least of all?
854. "If I can't find a reindeer, I'll make one instead!" What was the Grinch's dog's name?
855. As the Grinch ransacked Who-ville, what was "the first thing to go!"
856. The Grinch cleaned out the icebox. He even took the last can of what?
857. While stealing a Christmas tree, the Grinch was caught in the act by a small Who (not more than two!)...what was here name?
858. After being caught in the act of stealing a Christmas tree, the Grinch offered up a lie about what he was doing. Why did he say he was taking the Christmas tree?
859. Only leaving bare wall with nothing but hooks and some wire, what was the last thing the Grinch took from the house?
860. How did the Grinch know that he hadn't stopped Christmas?
861. How much did the Grinch's heart grow that day?
Remember Rudolph?
862. In the 1964 classic Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, what was the name of the elf that wanted to be a dentist?
863. What was the snowman narrator of the show's name?
864. What was Rudolph's father's name?
865. What was the name of the coach of the Reindeer Games?
866. What is the name of the Lion King on the Island of Misfit Toys?
867. On the Island of Misfit Toys, what did the water pistol shoot instead of water?
868. On the Island of Misfit Toys, why was the cowboy a misfit toy?
869. On the Island of Misfit Toys, why was the train a misfit toy?
870. On the Island of Misfit Toys, what was the name of the Jack-In-The-Box?
871. What was the name of the young doe (girl reindeer) that told Rudolf that he was cute?
872. When Bumble had Rudolf and his family trapped in the cave, what animal noises did Hermie make to lure Bumble out?
873. After Yukon Cornelius knocked him unconscious with a rock, what did Hermie do to Bumble to render him harmless?
874. After rescuing Rudolf and his family from Bumble, a terrible accident causes Yukon Cornelius and Bumble to fall off a cliff. Fortunately, neither was hurt in the incident. Why?
875. Near the end of the show, Bumble is looking for a job and displays a special skill. What is it?
Fa-la-la-la-la La-la-la-la!!
876. How many times does Santa check his list?
877. The Grinch is as cuddly as a ______?
878. It would of been a laugh to see Mommy doing what last night?
879. One foggy Christmas Eve, Santa came to say what?
880. Good tidings to you and all of your what?
881. Who was seated next to me a day or two ago in the song Jingle Bells?
882. Why do I want my two front teeth for Christmas?
883. What does Alvin want for Christmas in The Chipmunk Song?
884. On the eleventh day of Christmas, what did my true love send to me?
885. I’m dreaming of a White Christmas with what?
886. What do Janice and Jen want for Christmas in the song “It’s beginning to Look a Lot like Christmas”?
More Trivia for you!
887. Who narrated the original 1966 TV show How the Grinch Stole Christmas?
888. What was Dr. Seuss' real name?
889. The name of Scrooge's deceased business partner in Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol was?
890. What is the name of Tiny Tim’s father in the story “A Christmas Carol’?
891. What did Frosty the Snowman have for a nose?
892. How many gifts would you receive if you received all of the gifts in the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas”?
893. In the song “Winter Wonderland”, who do we pretend the snowman is?
894. In the movie “Miracle on 34th Street”, a man is on trial for claiming to be Santa Claus. What convinces the judge to rule in the man’s favor?
895. In the traditional song, “Go Tell it On the Mountain”, what are you supposed to go tell on a mountain?
896. According to the song, “Frosty the Snowman” what kind of soul does Frosty have?
897. True or False? Joseph was the one that told Mary she was going to have a baby.
898. Santa Claus is also know by his Saint name. What is it?
899. Where does Santa live?
900. What night does Santa deliver his gifts?
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Posted: Sun Dec 08, 2013 1:14 am
901. When does the Russian Orthodox Church celebrate Christmas?
902. Traditions of Christmas around the world will tell you that Santa Claus is known by many names. What is the French name for Santa Claus?
903. Who was the star of the Christmas movie 'Jingle All The Way'?
904. Who was the star of the movie titled 'White Christmas'?
905. Which Christmas carol did Jimmy Boyd make famous when he was just 13 years old?
906. Which country was the first to use the tradition of Christmas trees?
907. What did the American Ralph E. Morris invent?
908. Christmas Island in the Pacific Ocean is fairly popular. Where is the other Christmas Island?
909. Which was the first country to issue a Christmas postage stamp?
910. When is Santa's birthday?
911. Which animal did the Wise Men use to bring the gifts for Baby Jesus?
912. Which country has a tradition of a witch dropping gifts for children through the chimney at Christmas?
913. Which country is the largest exporter of Christmas trees?
914. Which American President banned Christmas trees in The White House?
915. How many days do we have between Christmas and the Epiphany?
916. We all know about the tradition of hanging stockings for gifts. Which country uses shoes instead of socks for the same purpose?
917. Which of these was not a gift given by the Wise Men to the Baby Jesus - gold, silver, myrrh and frankincense?
918. Which popular Christmas song was penned by James Pierpont?
919. Which of Santa's reindeer is named after another animal?
920. How many Christmas cards, on an average, are sent in the US each year?
921. Is there a Mrs. Santa Claus?
922. What did W. C. T. Dobson invent?
923. Which nation traditionally uses straw decorations for Christmas?
924. Which famous mathematician was born on Christmas Day?
925. Are Christmas trees edible?
926. Which states produce the maximum number of Christmas trees in the United States?
927. The star that shone on the night Jesus Christ was born, it has another name. What is that name?
928. Do you know what the season was when Jesus Christ was born? A hint - it's not fall.
929. In Mexico, what is the object that holds Christmas gifts which has to be broken in order to get them?
930. Which parts of the Christmas tree is edible?
931. "Here Comes Santa Claus"... Do you know who wrote this song?
932. What song is this - "On a cold winter's night that was so deep"... This is one of the most popular Christmas songs.
933. Herbie, the elf, in the song, "Rudolph the Red-Nose Reindeer" wants to be something? What does he wish to be?
934. You remember Dr. Seuss's story, "How the Grinch Stole Christmas". Where does the Grinch live?
935. In the song “We Three Kings” where are the wise men from?
936. According to legend what can the animals do on midnight of Christmas Eve?
937. What war inspired the song “I’ll Be Home for Christmas?”
938. After Jesus, Mary and Joseph left Bethlehem, where did they go?
939. What war ended on December 24, 1814?
940. What river did Washington cross on Christmas Eve?
941. What early seventies football star was born on Christmas?
942. According to tradition and the song, what were the colors of the Three Wise Men’s skin?
943. In what town did Jesus become an adult?
944. What does Santa mean? As in Santa Barbara, San Francisco, San Antonio, Santa Lucia?
945. What kind of angels told the shepherds about the birth of Christ?
946. How many hours on Christmas Eve does Santa have to deliver his gifts?
947. In what language was “Silent Night” originally written?
948. A trough or box carved in stone or wood that is used to hold food for animals in a stable.
949. London's Trafalgar Square Christmas tree is traditionally given by which country?
950. In what year was Band-Aid's Do They Know It's Christmas the UK Christmas chart-topping record?
951. Who is officially credited as the author of Auld Lang Syne?
952. Medieval English Christmas pantomimes did NOT include which character?
A) St. Nicholas
B) The Bold Slasher
C) Father Christmas
D) The Turkish Knight
953. In Syria, Christmas gifts are distributed by:
A) The Three Kings
B) Tom o'Bedlam
C) One of the Wise Men's camels
D) Father Christmas
954. One notable medieval English Christmas celebration featured:
A) A giant, 165-pound pie
B) Snowball fights between rival courtiers
C) A swimming race across the English Channel
D) Huge crackers that sometimes exploded fatally
955. In Australia, usual Boxing Day activities include:
A) Building snowmen
B) Tobogganing
C) Wombat hunting
D) Surfing
956. In Sweden, a common Christmas decoration is the Julbukk, a small figurine of a goat. It is usually made of what material?
957. In Armenia, the traditional Christmas Eve meal consists of?
958. In Greek legend, malicious creatures called Kallikantzaroi sometimes play troublesome pranks at Christmas time. To get rid of them, you should?
959. When visiting Finland, Santa leaves his sleigh behind and rides on?
960. In what TV show was the Christmas tune Silver Bells Introduced?
961. Name the 4 ghosts In the movie A Christmas Carol.
962. A Charlie Brown Christmas first aired in what year?
963. What is the busiest Christmas shopping day?
964. In the early 1900's what was so expensive that it was rented?
965. What were the first tree ornaments?
966. Who is credited with the first of placing lights on Christmas trees?
967. Who first conceived the idea of a Christmas tree?
968. John Horsley made the first Christmas card in what year?
969. The words hear them ring are found in what Christmas song?
970. Robert L. May created what Christmas character?
971. What does the white in the candy cane represent?
972. What Christmas song includes The stars are brightly shining,
It is the night of the dear Savior's birth?
973. In legend, what did St. Nicholas drop down the chimney?
974. Where did it land?
975. Who was the Christian leader from Myra?
976. What did Nicholas do with his inheritance?
977. What holiday is considered larger than Christmas?
978. Who wrote O Come, All Ye Faithful?
979. What ornament is hidden in a decorated Christmas tree for children to find?
980. Who started the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree tradition in 1931?
981. Who made and enjoyed the first eggnog in The United States?
982. Why do we hang evergreen wreaths at Christmas?
983. What is the origin of Christmas caroling?
984. Where is the location of the official living National Christmas tree?
985. Who was the first president of the United States to decorate a White House Christmas tree?
986. Who introduced the Poinsettia plant to the United States?
987. Why do we hang Christmas stockings?
988. A special Christmas episode of which TV show saw Santa's reindeer killed and replaced by new reindeer called Steven, Fluffy, Horace, Chantel, Skippy, Rainbow, Patches and Montel?
989. Who had a top ten hit single in 1956 with I'm Walking Backwards For Christmas?
990. Which Christmas movie was centred around the mishaps of the Griswold family?
991. Jim sold his watch so that he could buy Della what in "The Gift of the Magi?"
992. In what year was Kwanzaa founded?
993. In "Christmas Vacation," what does Clark receive in place of his Christmas bonus?
994. Who directed "Home for the Holidays?"
995. Which character does Kevin Pollack play in "The Santa Clause 2?"
996. For how many characters does Adam Sandler provide the voice in "8 Crazy Nights?"
997. Instead of putting out cookies and milk for Santa, what do German children do?
998. Who starred, as a very young child, in her only critically acclaimed performance, as Girmar in the movie, Santa Claus Conquers the Martians?
999. If Santa’s immortal, why did he keep aging until he was old and gray and then never died?
1000. Who narrated the stop motion, Christmas special, Santa Claus is Coming to Town that featured such characters as Burgermeister Meisterburger, the Winter Warlock and, of course, Kris Kringle?
Congratulations, you've completed this Christmas quiz. Please shoot me a pm with a link included where you started this quiz and where you finished it. Also what your current prize is.
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