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  • Traditional Christmas Quiz

    Traditional Christmas Quiz

    Traditional Christmas Trivia Quiz

    (answers)

    1. What Christmas carol is based on the angelic announcement to the shepherds?

    2. What animal is often depicted in nativity scenes but not mentioned in the Bible?

    3. What is the most sung Christmas hymn?

    4. In which two Gospels is the birth of Jesus described?
    You get one point for each.

    5. What prophet foretold that Jesus would be born in Bethlehem?

    6. Why did Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem?

    7. What is the meaning of Advent?

    8.  What was King Herod’s reaction to the news of Jesus’s birth?

    9. What Christian saint inspired the modern image of Santa Claus?

    10.  What does the name Bethlehem mean?

    11. Who was the mother of Jesus?

    12. What does the name “Jesus” mean in Hebrew?

    13. What angel appeared to Mary to announce she would give birth to Jesus?

    14. What does the color purple signify during Advent?

    15. What does “Christ” mean?

    16. What gifts did the Magi bring to Jesus?
    You get one point for each correct answer.

    17. What does the gift of gold symbolize?

    18. What does the gift of frankincense symbolize?

    19. What does the gift of myrrh symbolize?

    20. What were the shepherds doing when the angels appeared to them?

    21. What is the symbolism of the star on top of a Christmas tree?

    22. Where was Jesus laid after his birth?

    23. What is a manger?

    24. What does the Advent wreath symbolize?

    25. What does the pink Advent candle represent?

    26.  What Old Testament figure is often compared to Jesus as a shepherd?

    27.  How many Magi are mentioned in the Bible?

    28.  Traditionally, who were the three wise men?
    You get one point for each, which you can name.

    29.  What New Testament book contains a genealogy tracing Jesus to King David?

    30.  What day marks the end of the twelve days of Christmas?

    31. What is the significance of the Feast of the Epiphany?

    32.  Who recognized Jesus as the Messiah when he was presented at the temple?

    33.  Who declared December 25 as the date to celebrate Jesus’s birth?

    34.  Who wrote the Gospel, which contains the most detailed account of Jesus’s birth?

    35.  What does the red ribbon on a Christingle represent?

    36.  What is the term for Mary’s visit to Elizabeth while both were pregnant?

    37.  What prayer contains Mary’s response to Elizabeth during the Visitation?

    38.  Who baptized Jesus later in life?

    39.  What does the dove symbolize in Christian Christmas imagery?

    40.  What is the purpose of the midnight Mass on Christmas Eve?

    41. In what region was Bethlehem located?

    42.  What Old Testament city is Bethlehem associated with?

    43.  What Old Testament prophet foretold the virgin birth of Jesus?

    44.  What is the Christmas season called in the liturgical calendar?

    45.  How many candles are in a traditional Advent wreath?

    46.  What do the colors red and green traditionally symbolize at Christmas?

    47.  When do Eastern Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas instead of December 25?

    48.  What does the phrase “Word became flesh” refer to?

    49.  What fruit is commonly associated with Christingles?

    50.  What does “Emmanuel” mean?

    Trivia Team Bonus Questions:

    1. What year was December 25 celebrated as Christmas?

    2. What year did Pope Julius I officially fix December 25 as Christmas Day?

    3. What does the term “Nativity” mean?

    4. What council solidified the belief in Jesus as fully human and fully divine?

    5.  What is the key verse in Isaiah predicting Jesus’s birth?

    6.  What angel appeared to Joseph in a dream?

    7.  Who was the Roman governor at the time of Jesus’s birth?

    8.  What is the name of the canticle Simeon sings upon seeing Jesus?

    9.  What does the word “Messiah” mean?

    10.  What song is known as the oldest surviving Christmas carol?

    The Answers:

    Traditional Christmas Trivia Answers

    1. What Christmas carol is based on the angelic announcement to the shepherds?
    Hark! The Herald Angels Sing. It reflects the announcement in Luke 2:10–14.

    2. What animal is often depicted in nativity scenes but not mentioned in the Bible?
    Donkeys. The Bible does not explicitly mention donkeys at Jesus’s birth.

    3. What is the most sung Christmas hymn?
    Silent Night  (Stille Nacht), composed in 1818 by Franz Xaver Gruber with lyrics by Joseph Mohr.

    4. In which two Gospels is the birth of Jesus described?
    You get one point for each.
    Matthew and Luke. The nativity story is in Matthew 1:18–2:12 and Luke 2:1–20.

    5. What prophet foretold that Jesus would be born in Bethlehem?
    Micah (Micah 5:2). Micah 5:2 predicts the Messiah’s birthplace as Bethlehem.

    6. Why did Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem?
    To be counted in a census ordered by Caesar Augustus. This is noted in Luke 2:1–4.

    7. What is the meaning of Advent?
    “Coming” or “arrival.” It derives from the Latin “adventus”.

    8.  What was King Herod’s reaction to the news of Jesus’s birth?
    He ordered the Massacre of the Innocents. Matthew 2:16 describes Herod’s response.

    9. What Christian saint inspired the modern image of Santa Claus?
    Saint Nicholas. Saint Nicholas of Myra was a 4th-century bishop known for his generosity.

    10.  What does the name Bethlehem mean?
    “House of Bread.” In Hebrew, Beit Lechem translates to “House of Bread.”

    11. Who was the mother of Jesus?
    Mary. This is detailed in Luke 1:27–31.

    12. What does the name “Jesus” mean in Hebrew?
    “The Lord saves” or “Yahweh is salvation.” “Jesus” derives from the Hebrew name Yeshua.

    13. What angel appeared to Mary to announce she would give birth to Jesus?
    Gabriel. Luke 1:26–27 names the angel as Gabriel.

    14. What does the color purple signify during Advent?
    Penitence and preparation. Purple symbolizes both penitence (as in Lent) and the royalty of Christ.

    15. What does “Christ” mean?
    “The Anointed One,” the Greek translation of “Messiah.” “Christos” is the Greek equivalent of the Hebrew “Messiah.”

    16. What gifts did the Magi bring to Jesus?
    You get one point for each correct answer.
    Gold, frankincense, and myrrh. This is detailed in Matthew 2:11.

    17. What does the gift of gold symbolize?
    Jesus’s kingship.

    18. What does the gift of frankincense symbolize?
    Jesus’s divinity and role as a priest. Frankincense was used in religious rituals.

    19. What does the gift of myrrh symbolize?
    Jesus’s suffering and death. Myrrh was used in embalming, foreshadowing Jesus’s death.

    20. What were the shepherds doing when the angels appeared to them?
    Watching their flocks by night. This is described in Luke 2:8.

    21. What is the symbolism of the star on top of a Christmas tree?
    The Star of Bethlehem that guided the Magi. The star symbolizes the guiding light to Christ.

    22. Where was Jesus laid after his birth?
    In a manger. This is recorded in Luke 2:7.

    23. What is a manger?
    A feeding trough for animals. Historically, a manger was used to feed livestock.

    24. What does the Advent wreath symbolize?
    The eternal life brought by Jesus. The circular shape of the wreath symbolizes eternity.

    25. What does the pink Advent candle represent?
    Joy. The third Sunday of Advent is known as Gaudete Sunday, a day of joy.

    26.  What Old Testament figure is often compared to Jesus as a shepherd?
    King David. David, a shepherd before becoming king, is a Messianic figure in scripture.

    27.  How many Magi are mentioned in the Bible?
    The exact number is not specified. Matthew 2:1 mentions “wise men,” but their number is not given.

    28.  Traditionally, who were the three wise men?
    You get one point for each, which you can name.
    Caspar (or Gaspar), Melchior, and Balthazar.

    29.  What New Testament book contains a genealogy tracing Jesus to King David?
    Matthew. Matthew 1:1–17 traces Jesus’s lineage through David.

    30.  What day marks the end of the twelve days of Christmas?
    Epiphany, January 6. The twelve days lead to Epiphany.

    31. What is the significance of the Feast of the Epiphany?
    It celebrates the visit of the Magi and the revelation of Jesus to the Gentiles.

    32.  Who recognized Jesus as the Messiah when he was presented at the temple?
    Simeon and Anna. This is described in Luke 2:25–38.

    33.  Who declared December 25 as the date to celebrate Jesus’s birth?
    Emperor Constantine, but Pope Julius I is often credited with formalizing it.

    34.  Who wrote the Gospel, which contains the most detailed account of Jesus’s birth?
    Luke the Evangelist. Luke was Paul’s physician and companion.

    35.  What does the red ribbon on a Christingle represent?
    The blood of Christ. The ribbon represents Christ’s sacrifice.

    36.  What is the term for Mary’s visit to Elizabeth while both were pregnant?
    The Visitation. This is described in Luke 1:39–56.

    37.  What prayer contains Mary’s response to Elizabeth during the Visitation?
    The Magnificat. The Magnificat is found in Luke 1:46–55.

    38.  Who baptized Jesus later in life?
    John the Baptist. Matthew 3:13–17 records John baptizing Jesus.

    39.  What does the dove symbolize in Christian Christmas imagery?
    Peace and the Holy Spirit. 

    40.  What is the purpose of the midnight Mass on Christmas Eve?
    To celebrate the birth of Christ as the new day begins. Midnight Mass commemorates the moment of Christ’s birth.

    41. In what region was Bethlehem located?
    Judea

    42.  What Old Testament city is Bethlehem associated with?
    The city of King David. Bethlehem is called “The City of David” in Luke 2:4.

    43.  What Old Testament prophet foretold the virgin birth of Jesus?
    Isaiah. This prophecy is found in Isaiah 7:14.

    44.  What is the Christmas season called in the liturgical calendar?
    Christmastide. Christmastide begins on December 25 and ends on Epiphany (January 6).

    45.  How many candles are in a traditional Advent wreath?
    Four, with an optional fifth for Christmas Day. Four candles (three purple and one pink) are traditional, with a white candle often added for Christmastide.

    46.  What do the colors red and green traditionally symbolize at Christmas?
    Red represents Jesus’s sacrifice, and green represents eternal life.

    47.  When do Eastern Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas instead of December 25?
    January 7, due to the Julian calendar.

    48.  What does the phrase “Word became flesh” refer to?
    The Incarnation, as described in John 1:14. John 1:14 explains the Incarnation: “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us.”

    49.  What fruit is commonly associated with Christingles?
    An orange.

    50.  What does “Emmanuel” mean?
    “God with us.” This comes from Isaiah 7:14 and is referenced in Matthew 1:23.

    Trivia Team Bonus Answers:

    1. What year was December 25 celebrated as Christmas?
    336 AD. This is the earliest recorded celebration of Christmas.

    2. What year did Pope Julius I officially fix December 25 as Christmas Day?
    Around 350 AD. While December 25 was celebrated as early as 336 AD, Pope Julius I is traditionally credited with formalizing it in the mid-4th century.

    3. What does the term “Nativity” mean?
    Birth. “Nativity” derives from the Latin word nativitas, meaning “birth.”

    4. What council solidified the belief in Jesus as fully human and fully divine?
    The Council of Chalcedon in 451 AD. The Chalcedonian Creed affirmed this belief.

    5.  What is the key verse in Isaiah predicting Jesus’s birth?
    Isaiah 7:14. It states, “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel.”

    6.  What angel appeared to Joseph in a dream?
    The Bible does not specify an angel’s name for Joseph. While Gabriel is named in his appearances to Mary and Zechariah, the angel appearing to Joseph is unnamed (Matthew 1:20).

    7.  Who was the Roman governor at the time of Jesus’s birth?
    Quirinius. Luke 2:2 mentions Quirinius’s census.

    8.  What is the name of the canticle Simeon sings upon seeing Jesus?
    The Nunc Dimittis. This is found in Luke 2:29–32.

    9.  What does the word “Messiah” mean?
    “Anointed One.” The Hebrew word Mashiach translates to “anointed one.”

    10.  What song is known as the oldest surviving Christmas carol?
    Jesus Refulsit Omnium (Jesus, Light of All Nations). Jesus Refulsit Omnium is attributed to St. Hilary of Poitiers in the 4th century,

  • Not Really Christmas Songs and Quiz

    Not Really Christmas Songs and Quiz

     

    Almost Christmas Music

    When we think of holiday music, visions of Santa, snow, and goodwill often come to mind. However, some of the season’s most beloved songs barely touch on Christmas—or have no connection to it. These almost Christmas songs are part of the cultural soundtrack for the holidays, sneaking their way into our celebrations thanks to tradition, nostalgia, or sheer beauty.

    Take PCM’s “almost” Christmas Music Quiz!

    Songs like Jingle Bells, Over the River, and Through the Woods have become holiday mainstays despite their original ties to Thanksgiving. Others, like Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah, make their way into Christmas playlists for their haunting beauty rather than holiday spirit. Even classics like Winter Wonderland and Let It Snow celebrate the magic of winter without mentioning Christmas. Meanwhile, songs with deeper connections to history and tradition, such as Here We Come A-Caroling (The Wassail Song), focus on New Year’s festivities instead of Christmas.

    Additionally, pop hits like Last Christmas by Wham! and Baby; It’s Cold Outside bring a modern flair to the season, blending romance and nostalgia while sometimes sparking debate. From the jazz-infused charm of What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve? to the soulful rhythms of My Favorite Things from The Sound of Music, the variety of these tunes showcases how holiday music transcends traditional boundaries.

    Thanksgiving Tunes That Became Holiday Classics

    Surprisingly, some of the most iconic songs we associate with Christmas were originally written for Thanksgiving. Take Over the River and Through the Woods, penned in 1844 by Lydia Maria Child. This classic was inspired by a nostalgic trip to her grandmother’s house, and it never mentions Christmas. Similarly, Jingle Bells, composed by James Lord Pierpont in 1857, was created as a cheerful tune for Thanksgiving gatherings, celebrating sleigh rides rather than holiday cheer. Despite their origins, these songs have become holiday staples, played and sung throughout December.

    Wassailing and New Year’s Celebrations

    Caroling is closely tied to Christmas traditions, but one of the oldest carols, Here We Come A-Caroling (also known as The Wassail Song), is more about New Year’s festivities. Written around 1850, this lively song celebrates wassailing, a tradition of visiting neighbors with songs and drinks for good luck. Though often grouped with Christmas music, its focus on New Year’s reflects the broader spirit of the season.

    Holiday Duets and Controversial Lyrics

    Few holiday duets capture the cozy charm of the season like Baby, It’s Cold Outside. Written by Frank Loessner in 1944 as a party duet for him and his wife, the song’s playful back-and-forth has made it a favorite for decades. However, its lyrics have sparked controversy recently, with some questioning the consent implied in the dialogue. Despite this, its original intent was far more innocent—a fun, flirtatious exchange designed for entertainment.

    Hallelujah: A Surprising Holiday Hit

    Hallelujah, written by Leonard Cohen in 1984, has become an unexpected addition to the holiday music playlist. Its haunting beauty and universal themes have made it a seasonal favorite, even though it has no ties to Christmas. The song gained widespread attention when Jason Castro performed it on American Idol in 2008, sparking renewed interest in Jeff Buckley’s iconic rendition. Pentatonix further cemented its place in holiday playlists with their acapella cover in 2016, which garnered over 760 million views on YouTube—half the views of Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Are You, arguably the most popular modern Christmas song.

    The Great American Songbook of the Holidays

    Many classic holiday tunes originated during the mid-20th century and became timeless additions to the Great American Songbook. Songs like Winter Wonderland, Sleigh Ride, Let It Snow, and Home for the Holidays capture the festive season without explicitly referencing Christmas. Their charm lies in their universal celebration of winter and togetherness, making them perfect for any seasonal gathering.

    Ghost Stories and Christmas Eve Traditions

    The Most Wonderful Time of the Year, released by Andy Williams in 1963, famously mentions “scary ghost stories” as part of the holiday tradition. While this might seem odd today, ghost stories were a significant part of Victorian Christmas celebrations. Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol and The Goblin and the Sexton were popular tales read aloud during family gatherings. The Krampus legend from Central Europe, featuring an anti-Santa figure who punished misbehaving children, also contributed to the eerie side of Christmas. Families in the late 19th and early 20th centuries often listened to Christmas mysteries and ghost stories on the radio, particularly on Christmas Eve.

    Fun fact: George Wyle, the composer of The Most Wonderful Time of the Year, also wrote the theme song for Gilligan’s Island.

  • 25 Santa and Reindeer Questions

    25 Santa and Reindeer Questions

    Santa Claus & Reindeer Trivia

    Santa Claus Trivia Quiz Questions

    (answers)
    1. What is Santa Claus known as in the Netherlands?

    2.  Which company popularized Santa’s red-and-white suit in the 1930s?

    3. What snack is traditionally left out for Santa by children on Christmas Eve?

    4. Who was the original “Saint Nicholas”?

    5. What kind of animals pull Santa’s sleigh according to the traditional Christmas story?

    6. How many reindeer pull Santa’s sleigh in the poem ’Twas the Night Before Christmas?
    Bonus Points for each you can name.

    7. What does Santa check twice?

    8. Which of Santa’s reindeer shares its name with a famous symbol of Valentine’s Day?

    9. What year did NORAD begin tracking Santa’s journey?

    10. What is the movie’s name where a lawyer defends a man claiming to be the real Santa Claus?

    11. What does Santa traditionally leave for children on the “naughty list”?

    12. In the song Here Comes Santa Claus, what street is Santa coming down?

    13. Who narrates the original 1964 Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer TV special?

    14. How do reindeer fly, according to legend?

    15. Who is credited with writing the poem ’Twas the Night Before Christmas?

    16. What famous American cartoonist created the modern depiction of Santa Claus?

    17. In what year did Santa first appear in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade?

    18. In the song Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, what was Rudolph not allowed to do?

    19. Which reindeer is known as the fastest?

    20. What state has a town named “Santa Claus”?

    21. What item of clothing is Santa famous for wearing on his head?

    22. What did Santa say to signal his departure in A Visit from St. Nicholas?

    23. Which saint is celebrated on December 6th?

    24. What reindeer name is also the German word for “thunder”?

    25. Who is the German opposite of Santa Claus?

    Trivia Team Bonus Questions:

    1. What is Santa Claus called in Germany?

    2. What job does Hermey the Elf dream of having in Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?

    3. Which country created the tradition of leaving out shoes for Saint Nicholas to fill?

    4. What 1821 poem was the first to mention Santa’s sleigh and reindeer?

    5. Who created the story of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?

    The Answers:

    Santa Claus Trivia Quiz Answers

    1. What is Santa Claus known as in the Netherlands?
    Sinterklaas

    2.  Which company popularized Santa’s red-and-white suit in the 1930s?
    Coca-Cola

    3. What snack is traditionally left out for Santa by children on Christmas Eve?
    Cookies and milk

    4. Who was the original “Saint Nicholas”?
    A Greek bishop known for his generosity, Saint Nicholas of Myra

    5. What kind of animals pull Santa’s sleigh according to the traditional Christmas story?
    Reindeer

    6. How many reindeer pull Santa’s sleigh in the poem ’Twas the Night Before Christmas?
    Bonus Points for each you can name.
    Eight (Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Dunder and Blixen)

    7. What does Santa check twice?
    His list (to see who’s naughty or nice)

    8. Which of Santa’s reindeer shares its name with a famous symbol of Valentine’s Day?
    Cupid

    9. What year did NORAD begin tracking Santa’s journey?
    1955.

    10. What is the movie’s name where a lawyer defends a man claiming to be the real Santa Claus?
    Miracle on 34th Street

    11. What does Santa traditionally leave for children on the “naughty list”?
    Coal

    12. In the song Here Comes Santa Claus, what street is Santa coming down?
    Santa Claus Lane.

    13. Who narrates the original 1964 Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer TV special?
    Burl Ives.

    14. How do reindeer fly, according to legend?
    With magic dust and Christmas spirit.

    15. Who is credited with writing the poem ’Twas the Night Before Christmas?
    Clement Clarke Moore

    16. What famous American cartoonist created the modern depiction of Santa Claus?
    Thomas Nast

    17. In what year did Santa first appear in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade?
    1924.

    18. In the song Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, what was Rudolph not allowed to do?
    Join in any reindeer games.

    19. Which reindeer is known as the fastest?
    Dasher

    20. What state has a town named “Santa Claus”?
    Indiana

    21. What item of clothing is Santa famous for wearing on his head?
    A red hat with a white pom-pom.

    22. What did Santa say to signal his departure in A Visit from St. Nicholas?
    “Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!”

    23. Which saint is celebrated on December 6th?
    Saint Nicholas

    24. What reindeer name is also the German word for “thunder”?
    Donner

    25. Who is the German opposite of Santa Claus?
    Krampus

    Trivia Team Bonus Answers:

    1. What is Santa Claus called in Germany?
    Weihnachtsmann

    2. What job does Hermey the Elf dream of having in Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?
    Dentist

    3. Which country created the tradition of leaving out shoes for Saint Nicholas to fill?
    The Netherlands

    4. What 1821 poem was the first to mention Santa’s sleigh and reindeer?
    Old Santeclaus with Much Delight

    5. Who created the story of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?
    Robert L. May

  • 25 Christmas Music Trivia Questions

    25 Christmas Music Trivia Questions

    Christmas Music Trivia

    25 Christmas Music Trivia Questions

    (answers)

    1. What Christmas song was a duet between David Bowie and Bing Crosby?

    2. What gift is given on the 5th day in The Twelve Days of Christmas?

    3. What Christmas song did Alvin and the Chipmunks first release in 1958?

    4. In what year did Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You first reach No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100?

    5. What singer’s Christmas album holds the record for the highest-selling Christmas album of all time?

    6. What song was introduced in the 1942 movie Holiday Inn and won an Academy Award for Best Original Song?

    7. Which holiday song was first sung by Gene Autry and told of a magical character in the snow?

    8. What inspired the 1962 song, Do You Hear What I Hear?

    9. Which Christmas song features the line, “Say hello to friends you know and everyone you meet”?

    10. What Christmas song did Judy Garland sing in Meet Me in St. Louis?

    11. What Christmas song’s lyrics mention “figgy pudding”?

    12. What gift is given on the seventh day in The Twelve Days of Christmas?

    13. Which classic Christmas song was originally titled One Horse Open Sleigh?

    14. This song, recorded by a 13-year-old girl, is arguably the third biggest Christmas song ever. Name that tune.

    15. Who sang Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree?

    16. What song does Lucy request Schroeder to play in A Charlie Brown Christmas?

    17. What song is sung by the characters in Whoville in How the Grinch Stole Christmas?

    18. Which Christmas song was sung by Bing Crosby and the Andrews Sisters in 1943, honoring troops overseas?

    19. Which Christmas song’s lyrics were inspired by a true story of a Christmas truce during World War I?

    20. How many gifts are mentioned in the 12 days of Christmas?

    (A bunch of math:
    Day 1: 1 gift
    Day 2: 2 + 1 = 3 gifts
    Day 3: 3 + 2 + 1 = 6 gifts
    Day 4: 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 10 gifts
    Day 5: 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 15 gifts
    Day 6: 6 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 21 gifts
    Day 7: 7 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 28 gifts
    Day 8: 8 + 7 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 36 gifts
    Day 9: 9 + 8 + 7 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 45 gifts
    Day 10: 10 + 9 + 8 + 7 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 55 gifts
    Day 11: 11 + 10 + 9 + 8 + 7 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 66 gifts
    Day 12: 12 + 11 + 10 + 9 + 8 + 7 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 78 gifts
    1 + 3 + 6 + 10 + 15 + 21 + 28 + 36 + 45 + 55 + 66 + 78 = 364 gifts.

    For one of each, it is an arithmetic series calculation:
    Sum=n(n+1)2
    Sum=2n(n+1)​
    Where:
    n=12n=12 (the number of days).
    Substituting:
    Sum=12(12+1)2=12×132=78
    Sum=212(12+1)​=212×13​=78

    So, if each gift is counted only once as it is introduced, the total is 78 unique gifts.

    21. Which Christmas song was performed by Darlene Love on The Late Show with David Letterman every year from 1986 to 2014?

    22. What Christmas song was originally sung in Latin as Adeste Fideles?

    23. Which Christmas song’s melody was adapted from an 18th-century tune called Greensleeves?

    24. Who sings the modern holiday favorite, Underneath the Tree?

    25.  What song was originally banned in some places for being “too secular” and “inappropriate”?

    Trivia Team Bonus Questions:

    1. Who originally Sang Santa Baby?

    2.  Which holiday tune was the first Christmas song broadcast from space, in 1965?

    3. In which country did Carol of the Bells originate?

    4. What carol did Ebenezer Scrooge refuse to hear at his door in A Christmas Carol?

    5. Who wrote and originally performed Blue Christmas?

    The Answers:

    25 Christmas Music Trivia  Answers

    1. What song was a duet between David Bowie and Bing Crosby?
    Peace on Earth/Little Drummer Boy

    2. What gift is given on the 5th day in The Twelve Days of Christmas?
    Five golden rings

    3. What Christmas song did Alvin and the Chipmunks first release in 1958?
    The Chipmunk Song (Christmas Don’t Be Late)

    4. In what year did Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You first reach No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100?
    2019 (It was released in 1994)

    5. What singer’s Christmas album holds the record for the highest-selling Christmas album of all time?
    Elvis Presley’s Elvis’ Christmas Album

    6. What song was introduced in the 1942 movie Holiday Inn and won an Academy Award for Best Original Song?
    White Christmas

    7. Which holiday song was first sung by Gene Autry and told of a magical character in the snow?
    Frosty the Snowman

    8. What inspired the 1962 song, Do You Hear What I Hear?
    The Cuban Missile Crisis

    9. Which Christmas song features the line, “Say hello to friends you know and everyone you meet”?
    A Holly Jolly Christmas

    10. What Christmas song did Judy Garland sing in Meet Me in St. Louis?
    Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas

    11. What Christmas song’s lyrics mention “figgy pudding”?
    We Wish You a Merry Christmas

    12. What gift is given on the seventh day in The Twelve Days of Christmas?
    Seven swans a-swimming.

    13. Which classic Christmas song was originally titled One Horse Open Sleigh?
    Jingle Bells

    14. This song, recorded by a 13-year-old girl, is arguably the third biggest Christmas song ever. Name that tune.
    Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree

    15. Who sang Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree?
    Brenda Lee, in 1958

    16. What song does Lucy request Schroeder to play in A Charlie Brown Christmas?
    Jingle Bells

    17. What song is sung by the characters in Whoville in How the Grinch Stole Christmas?
    Welcome Christmas (Fahoo Fores)

    18. Which Christmas song was sung by Bing Crosby and the Andrews Sisters in 1943, honoring troops overseas?
    I’ll Be Home for Christmas

    19. Which Christmas song’s lyrics were inspired by a true story of a Christmas truce during World War I?
    Snoopy’s Christmas by The Royal Guardsmen.

    20. How many gifts are mentioned in the 12 days of Christmas?
    364 (If each item is counted once, it is 78)

    (A bunch of math:
    Day 1: 1 gift
    Day 2: 2 + 1 = 3 gifts
    Day 3: 3 + 2 + 1 = 6 gifts
    Day 4: 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 10 gifts
    Day 5: 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 15 gifts
    Day 6: 6 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 21 gifts
    Day 7: 7 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 28 gifts
    Day 8: 8 + 7 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 36 gifts
    Day 9: 9 + 8 + 7 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 45 gifts
    Day 10: 10 + 9 + 8 + 7 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 55 gifts
    Day 11: 11 + 10 + 9 + 8 + 7 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 66 gifts
    Day 12: 12 + 11 + 10 + 9 + 8 + 7 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 78 gifts
    1 + 3 + 6 + 10 + 15 + 21 + 28 + 36 + 45 + 55 + 66 + 78 = 364 gifts.

    For one of each, it is a rithmetic series calculation:
    Sum=n(n+1)2
    Sum=2n(n+1)​
    Where:
    n=12n=12 (the number of days).
    Substituting:
    Sum=12(12+1)2=12×132=78
    Sum=212(12+1)​=212×13​=78

    So, if each gift is counted only once as it is introduced, the total is 78 unique gifts.

    21. Which Christmas song was performed by Darlene Love on The Late Show with David Letterman every year from 1986 to 2014?
    Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)

    22. What Christmas song was originally sung in Latin as Adeste Fideles?
    O Come, All Ye Faithful

    23. Which Christmas song’s melody was adapted from an 18th-century tune called Greensleeves?
    What Child Is This

    24. Who sings the modern holiday favorite, Underneath the Tree?
    Kelly Clarkson

    25.  What song was originally banned in some places for being “too secular” and “inappropriate”?
    Santa Baby (This song faced criticism early on for its suggestive content.)

    Trivia Team Bonus Answers:

    1. Who originally Sang Santa Baby?
    Eartha Kitt

    2.  Which holiday tune was the first Christmas song broadcast from space, in 1965?
    Jingle Bells (Astronauts on Gemini 6 played Jingle Bells in space.)

    3. In which country did Carol of the Bells originate?
    Ukraine (Adapted from the Ukrainian folk chant Shchedryk)

    4. What carol did Ebenezer Scrooge refuse to hear at his door in A Christmas Carol?
    God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen

    5. Who wrote and originally performed Blue Christmas?
    Doye O’Dell first recorded it, but Elvis Presley’s version popularized it.

     

  • Christmas Trivia Quiz

    Christmas Trivia Quiz

    Christmas Trivia Quiz

    Ultimate Christmas Trivia: 100 Questions to Test Your Holiday Knowledge!

    Christmas is a season filled with joy, nostalgia, and plenty of fascinating traditions. Whether you enjoy classic holiday movies, timeless carols, or quirky traditions, this trivia page is here to challenge and entertain. With 100 Christmas-themed questions, it’s perfect for family gatherings, holiday parties, or anyone who loves to show off their Christmas spirit!

    Do you think you know Christmas inside and out? What famous beverage company helped popularize Santa Claus’s modern image? What Christmas song is the best-selling single of all time? And which U.S. state is officially known as the birthplace of eggnog?

    Here’s a sprinkle of bonus trivia to help you get into the festive mood:

    • Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer first appeared in a 1939 booklet created by Montgomery Ward but became a Christmas classic when the song debuted in 1949.
    • The tradition of hanging stockings by the fireplace comes from the story of St. Nicholas secretly leaving gold coins in children’s stockings.
    • The Grinch, from Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas, was originally black and white in the book but became green for the iconic 1966 animated special.
    • The beloved holiday movie Home Alone (1990) was the highest-grossing Christmas film for decades.
    • Germany is credited with starting the tradition of decorating Christmas trees in the 16th century, often using candles before modern lights.

    From religious traditions and festive foods to holiday movies and pop culture moments, these trivia questions cover every aspect of Christmas. Whether hosting a holiday quiz or just brushing up on your Yuletide knowledge, this page has everything you need to make the season merry and bright.

    So, how much do you know about Christmas? Grab a cup of cocoa, gather your friends, and start today’s ultimate Christmas trivia challenge!

    100 Christmas Trivia Questions

    (answers)

    1. What popular Christmas song was written for Thanksgiving?

    2. What song inspired the Christmas truce between British and German soldiers in World War I?

    3. What is the best-selling Christmas song of all time?

    4. Who wrote White Christmas?

    5. What singer’s Christmas album holds the record for the highest-selling Christmas album of all time?

    6. Which holiday treat is shaped like a shepherd’s staff?

    7. What is the most common Christmas gift according to modern surveys?

    8. What holiday drink contains cinnamon, cloves, and sometimes nutmeg, often served warm?

    9. Who composed the Christmas carol Silent Night?

    10. In A Christmas Story, what gift does Ralphie want so desperately?

    11. Who originally recorded Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree?

    12. In National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, what does Clark Griswold receive as a bonus instead of money?

    13. What decoration is traditionally kissed under during Christmas?

    14. Looking for the top two answers – you get one point for each.
    What decoration is commonly placed at the top of a Christmas tree?

    15. In which two Gospels is the birth of Jesus described?

    16. What is the traditional dessert served at the end of a Kwanzaa feast?

    17. What year was the first Rockefeller Christmas Tree erected?

    18. What was the name of the elf who wanted to be a dentist in Rudolf the Red-nosed Reindeer?

    19. What is the main ingredient in gingerbread?

    20. Which Christmas song does Judy Garland sing in Meet Me in St. Louis?

    21. What was the first Rankin-Bass Christmas special?

    22. In Rudolph, who is the ruler of the Island of Misfit Toys?

    23. Which holiday tune was the first Christmas song broadcast from space in 1965?

    24. What traditional Hanukkah food is made from potatoes and is often served with applesauce or sour cream?

    25. What day marks the start of the Christmas shopping season?

    26. What is the elf’s name that causes mischief in modern Christmas households?

    27. In Die Hard, what is the name of the police officer who helps John McClane from outside the building?

    28. What do children in England call Santa Claus?

    29. Which Christmas beverage mixes eggs, sugar, milk, and sometimes brandy or rum?

    30. What food item is traditionally left out for Santa Claus on Christmas Eve?

    31. In It’s a Wonderful Life, what happens every time a bell rings?

    32. What is the most popular Christmas cookie in the U.S.?

    33. Which Christmas song became a civil rights anthem during the 1960s?

    34. In National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, what animal causes chaos in the house?

    35. What type of creature is Gizmo in Gremlins, a movie set around Christmas?

    36. What Christmas-themed plant is known for its red and green leaves?

    37. All play. From the youngest to the oldest, until we get it right, Spell Poinsettia.

    38. What holiday dessert features sponge cake, jam, and whipped cream, often served in a glass bowl?

    39.  What colors are most commonly associated with Christmas?

    40. What is the name of the Christmas cactus known for blooming in December?

    41. Name the German character who is the “anti” Santa Claus.

    42. What is the snowman’s name in the Disney movie Frozen?

    43.  Name the band that sang Do They Know It’s Christmas for Ethiopian famine relief in 1984.

    44. In what year did Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You first reach No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100?

    45. In A Christmas Story, what item does Ralphie’s father win as a “major award”?

    46. In Home Alone, what is Kevin’s favorite kind of pizza?

    47. What’s the most popular toy sold during Christmas in history?

    48. What Friends character dresses as the Holiday Armadillo?

    49.  What Christmas tradition came from an old Norse log-burning custom?

    50. In which country did the tradition of exchanging Christmas cards begin?

    51. In The Christmas Chronicles 2, who plays Mrs. Claus?
    HINT: Kurt Russell plays Santa in the film.

    52. Who sang Frosty the Snowman in the 1969 TV Special?

    53. What holiday tune is subtitled “Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire”?

    54. What European country is known for its “Christmas Witch” tradition?

    55. What spice is commonly used in eggnog and sprinkled on top for garnish?

    56. In A Christmas Carol, how many ghosts visit Ebenezer Scrooge?

    57. What phrase does Frosty say when he comes to life in the 1969 TV special?

    58. In The Simpsons, what is the name of the family’s Christmas dog?

    59. In what year did 1958’s Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree by Brenda Lee reach number one on the Billboard Charts?

    60. How many sides does a snowflake have due to its molecular structure?

    61. What is the name of the tradition where kids leave their shoes out for gifts on December 5th?

    62. Name the company that popularized Santa’s red-and-white suit in the 1930s.

    63. What color was Santa’s suit before red became popular?

    64. What song does Hugh Grant’s character dance to in Love Actually? 

    65. What U.S. president declared Christmas a federal holiday?

    66. What animated movie features Jack Skellington taking over Christmas?

    67. What type of nut is often used in holiday decorations?

    68. Besides ginger, what spice is commonly used in gingerbread?

    69. In Elf, what is the first rule of the Code of Elves?

    70. What do people in Japan traditionally eat on Christmas?

    71. What Christmas duet was originally sung by Bing Crosby and David Bowie?

    72. In Miracle on 34th Street, what does Kris Kringle use to prove he is Santa Claus?

    73. Which saint is celebrated on December 6th?

    74. What popular holiday-themed challenge involves avoiding hearing Last Christmas?

    75. What Seinfeld holiday is celebrated as an alternative to Christmas?

    76. Who narrates Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town?

    77. Who is the main antagonist in Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town?

    78 . What Holiday song begins with the line, “Dashing through the snow, in a one-horse open sleigh”?

    79. What is the name of Santa’s lead reindeer?

    80. Who later replaced Dasher?

    81. What year was the song Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer first released?

    82. What is the name of the holiday-themed Starbucks drink introduced in 2002?

    83. What is the chemical formula for snow?

    84. What classic holiday song begins with, “You better watch out, you better not cry”?

    85. What is the German word for Christmas tree?

    86. What color is Santa Claus’s belt?

    87. What holiday treat is made from sugar, corn syrup, and butter, then cooled into a crunchy candy, popular in the U.S. during Christmas?

    88. What saint is often depicted kneeling at the nativity scene?

    89. What Christmas song did The Cuban Missile Crisis inspire?

    90. What is the name of the young girl who sells matches on a cold winter night in Hans Christian Andersen’s story

    91. What date is celebrated as “Boxing Day”?

    92. Name the British duo who had a hit with Last Christmas.

    93. What Christmas food is often called “figgy pudding” in the classic carol We Wish You a Merry Christmas?

    94. Who recorded the famous Christmas album Merry Christmas in 1994?

    95. What classic children’s book tells the story of a young girl traveling to the Land of Sweets?

    96. Name the composer who wrote the music for the ballet The Nutcracker.

    97. What do Brad and Kate struggle with during the holidays in Four Christmases?

    98. What holiday classic has the lyric, “Through the years we all will be together if the fates allow”?

    99. What popular Christmas food is made with dried fruits and nuts and has a long shelf life?

    100. What did the Magi (three wise men) bring as gifts for Jesus?

    Trivia Team Bonus Questions:

    1. You get one point for each of the three wise men you can name.

    2. Who founded Rankin-Bass Productions?

    4. What is the name of the red pigment in poinsettias that makes them festive?

    5. What is the nickname of the two crooks in Home Alone?

    6. What was the (different) nickname for Harry & Marv in Home Alone 2?

    7. What is the “first gift of Christmas” in The Polar Express?

    8. What 1821 poem was the first to mention Santa’s sleigh and reindeer?

    9. In The Grinch, what competition does Cindy Lou Who’s mom participate in?

    10. What is the name of Santa’s wife?

    The Answers:

    100 Christmas Trivia Answers

    1. What popular Christmas song was written for Thanksgiving?
    Jingle Bells

    2. What song inspired the Christmas truce between British and German soldiers in World War I?
    Silent Night

    3. What is the best-selling Christmas song of all time?
    White Christmas by Bing Crosby

    4. Who wrote White Christmas?
    Irving Berlin

    5. What singer’s Christmas album holds the record for the highest-selling Christmas album of all time?
    Elvis Presley’s 1957 Elvis’ Christmas Album

    6. Which holiday treat is shaped like a shepherd’s staff?
    Candy cane

    7. What is the most common Christmas gift according to modern surveys?
    Gift cards

    8. What holiday drink contains cinnamon, cloves, and sometimes nutmeg, often served warm?
    Mulled wine (or cider)

    9. Who composed the Christmas carol Silent Night?
    Franz Xaver Gruber

    10. In A Christmas Story, what gift does Ralphie want so desperately?
    A Red Ryder BB gun

    11. Who originally recorded Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree?
    Brenda Lee

    12. In National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, what does Clark Griswold receive as a bonus instead of money?
    A membership to the Jelly of the Month Club

    13. What decoration is traditionally kissed under during Christmas?
    Mistletoe

    14. Looking for the top two answers – you get one point for each.
    What decoration is commonly placed at the top of a Christmas tree?
    Star or angel

    15. In which two Gospels is the birth of Jesus described?
    Matthew and Luke

    16. What is the traditional dessert served at the end of a Kwanzaa feast?
    sweet potato pie (or peach cobbler and bread pudding)

    17. What year was the first Rockefeller Christmas Tree erected?
    1931

    18. What was the name of the elf who wanted to be a dentist in Rudolf the Red-nosed Reindeer?
    Hermey

    19. What is the main ingredient in gingerbread?
    Molasses

    20. Which Christmas song does Judy Garland sing in Meet Me in St. Louis?
    Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas

    21. What was the first Rankin-Bass Christmas special?
    Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

    22. In Rudolph, who is the ruler of the Island of Misfit Toys?
    King Moonracer

    23. Which holiday tune was the first Christmas song broadcast from space in 1965?
    The Astronauts on Gemini 6 played Jingle Bells.

    24. What traditional Hanukkah food is made from potatoes and is often served with applesauce or sour cream?
    Latkes

    25. What day marks the start of the Christmas shopping season?
    Black Friday

    26. What is the elf’s name that causes mischief in modern Christmas households?
    Elf on the Shelf

    27. In Die Hard, what is the name of the police officer who helps John McClane from outside the building?
    Sgt. Al Powell

    28. What do children in England call Santa Claus?
    Father Christmas

    29. Which Christmas beverage mixes eggs, sugar, milk, and sometimes brandy or rum?
    Eggnog

    30. What food item is traditionally left out for Santa Claus on Christmas Eve?
    Cookies and milk

    31. In It’s a Wonderful Life, what happens every time a bell rings?
    An angel gets its wings

    32. What is the most popular Christmas cookie in the U.S.?
    Chocolate chip cookies

    33. Which Christmas song became a civil rights anthem during the 1960s?
    Go Tell It on the Mountain

    34. In National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, what animal causes chaos in the house?
    A squirrel

    35. What type of creature is Gizmo in Gremlins, a movie set around Christmas?
    Mogwai

    36. What Christmas-themed plant is known for its red and green leaves?
    Poinsettia

    37. All play. Youngest to oldest. Spell Poinsettia.
    P-O-I-N-S-E-T-T-I-A

    38. What holiday dessert features sponge cake, jam, and whipped cream, often served in a glass bowl?
    Trifle

    39.  What colors are most commonly associated with Christmas?
    Red and green

    40. What is the name of the Christmas cactus known for blooming in December?
    Schlumbergera

    41. Name the German character who is the “anti” Santa Claus.
    Krampus

    42. What is the snowman’s name in the Disney movie Frozen?
    Olaf

    43.  Name the band that sang Do They Know It’s Christmas for Ethiopian famine relief in 1984.
    Band Aid

    44. In what year did Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You first reach No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100?
    2019. It was first released in 1994.

    45. In A Christmas Story, what item does Ralphie’s father win as a “major award”?
    A leg lamp

    46. In Home Alone, what is Kevin’s favorite kind of pizza?
    Cheese

    47. What’s the most popular toy sold during Christmas in history?
    The Rubik’s Cube

    48. What Friends character dresses as the Holiday Armadillo?
    Ross

    49.  What Christmas tradition came from an old Norse log-burning custom?
    The Yule log

    50. In which country did the tradition of exchanging Christmas cards begin?
    England (The United Kingdom)

    51. In The Christmas Chronicles 2, who plays Mrs. Claus?
    HINT: Kurt Russell plays Santa in the film.
    Goldie Hawn

    52. Who sang Frosty the Snowman in the 1969 TV Special?
    Jimmy Durante

    53. What holiday tune is subtitled “Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire”?
    The Christmas Song

    54. What European country is known for its “Christmas Witch” tradition?
    Italy

    55. What spice is commonly used in eggnog and sprinkled on top for garnish?
    Nutmeg

    56. In A Christmas Carol, how many ghosts visit Ebenezer Scrooge?
    Four (Jacob Marley and the three spirits of Christmas)

    57. What phrase does Frosty say when he comes to life in the 1969 TV special?
    Happy Birthday!

    58. In The Simpsons, what is the name of the family’s Christmas dog?
    Santa’s Little Helper

    59. In what year did 1958’s Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree by Brenda Lee reach number one on the Billboard Charts?
    2023 (December 4, 2023 to be exact)

    60. How many sides does a snowflake have due to its molecular structure?
    Six

    61. What is the name of the tradition where kids leave their shoes out for gifts on December 5th?
    St. Nicholas Day

    62. Name the company that popularized Santa’s red-and-white suit in the 1930s.
    Coca-Cola

    63. What color was Santa’s suit before red became popular?
    Green (Santa was often depicted in green or brown before the modern red suit.)

    64. What song does Hugh Grant’s character dance to in Love Actually? 
    Jump (For My Love) by The Pointer Sisters

    65. What U.S. president declared Christmas a federal holiday?
    Ulysses S. Grant

    66. What animated movie features Jack Skellington taking over Christmas?
    The Nightmare Before Christmas

    67. What type of nut is often used in holiday decorations?
    Chestnuts

    68. Besides ginger, what spice is commonly used in gingerbread?
    Cinnamon

    69. In Elf, what is the first rule of the Code of Elves?
    “Treat every day like Christmas.”

    70. What do people in Japan traditionally eat on Christmas?
    KFC

    71. What Christmas duet was originally sung by Bing Crosby and David Bowie?
    Peace on Earth/Little Drummer Boy

    72. In Miracle on 34th Street, what does Kris Kringle use to prove he is Santa Claus?
    Bags of mail addressed to Santa

    73. Which saint is celebrated on December 6th?
    Saint Nicholas

    74. What popular holiday-themed challenge involves avoiding hearing Last Christmas?
    Whamageddon

    75. What Seinfeld holiday is celebrated as an alternative to Christmas?
    Festivus

    76. Who narrates Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town?
    Fred Astaire (as S.D. Kluger)

    77. Who is the main antagonist in Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town?
    Burgermeister Meisterburger

    78 . What Holiday song begins with the line, “Dashing through the snow, in a one-horse open sleigh”?
    Jingle Bells

    79. What is the name of Santa’s lead reindeer?
    Dasher

    80. Who later replaced Dasher?
    Rudolph

    81. What year was the song Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer first released?
    1949

    82. What is the name of the holiday-themed Starbucks drink introduced in 2002?
    Peppermint Mocha

    83. What is the chemical formula for snow?
    H₂O (Snow is frozen water or H₂O.)

    84. What classic holiday song begins with, “You better watch out, you better not cry”?
    Santa Claus Is Coming to Town

    85. What is the German word for Christmas tree?
    Tannenbaum

    86. What color is Santa Claus’s belt?
    Black

    87. What holiday treat is made from sugar, corn syrup, and butter, then cooled into a crunchy candy, popular in the U.S. during Christmas?
    Peanut brittle

    88. What saint is often depicted kneeling at the nativity scene?
    Saint Francis of Assisi. He is credited with organizing the first living nativity scene in 1223 in Greccio, Italy.

    89. What Christmas song did The Cuban Missile Crisis inspire?
    Do You Hear What I Hear?

    90. What is the name of the young girl who sells matches on a cold winter night in Hans Christian Andersen’s story?
    The Little Match Girl

    91. What date is celebrated as “Boxing Day”?
    December 26

    92. Name the British duo who had a hit with Last Christmas.
    Wham!

    93. What Christmas food is often called “figgy pudding” in the classic carol We Wish You a Merry Christmas?
    Christmas pudding 

    94. Who recorded the famous Christmas album Merry Christmas in 1994?
    Mariah Carey

    95. What classic children’s book tells the story of a young girl traveling to the Land of Sweets?
    The Nutcracker

    96. Name the composer who wrote the music for the ballet The Nutcracker.
    Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

    97. What do Brad and Kate struggle with during the holidays in Four Christmases?
    Visiting all four of their divorced parents’ families.

    98. What holiday classic has the lyric, “Through the years we all will be together if the fates allow”?
    Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas

    99. What popular Christmas food is made with dried fruits and nuts and has a long shelf life?
    Fruitcake

    100. What did the Magi (three wise men) bring as gifts for Jesus?
    Gold, frankincense, and myrrh

    Trivia Team Bonus Answers:

    1. You get one point for each of the three wise men you can name.
    Gaspar (or Caspar), Melchior, and Balthasar

    2. Who founded Rankin-Bass Productions?
    Arthur Rankin Jr. and Jules Bass

    4. What is the name of the red pigment in poinsettias that makes them festive?
    Anthocyanin

    5. What is the nickname of the two crooks in Home Alone?
    The Wet Bandits (Harry and Marv)

    6. What was the nickname for Harry & Marv in Home Alone 2?
    The Sticky Bandits

    7. What is the “first gift of Christmas” in The Polar Express?
    A bell from Santa’s sleigh

    8. What 1821 poem was the first to mention Santa’s sleigh and reindeer?
    Old Santeclaus with Much Delight

    9. In The Grinch, what competition does Cindy Lou Who’s mom participate in?
    The Christmas lights competition

    10. What is the name of Santa’s wife?
    Mrs. Claus

  • 25 Christmas History Trivia Questions

    25 Christmas History Trivia Questions

    Christmas History Trivia Quiz

    Christmas History Trivia Questions

    (answers)
    1. In which century did the holiday known as Christmas start being widely celebrated?

    2. What country introduced eggnog to America?

    3. Who wrote the poem A Visit from St. Nicholas?

    4. What is the name of the goat-like figure that accompanies Santa in Scandinavian folklore?

    5. What medieval Christmas tradition involved people singing from house to house?

    6. What was Christmas originally called in England during the Middle Ages?

    7. What does the shape of a candy cane represent?

    8. What was the first state in the U.S. to make Christmas an official holiday?

    9. Which English ruler officially banned Christmas in 1647?

    10. Which British author wrote A Christmas Carol, which helped popularize Christmas celebrations?

    11. What Roman holiday was celebrated  December 17- 25 before Christmas?

    12. What was the name of the pre-Christian winter festival celebrated by Scandinavians that influenced Christmas traditions?

    13. Why did Puritans in New England oppose Christmas celebrations?

    14. What year was Christmas declared a federal holiday in the United States?

    15. What plant, often associated with Christmas, was considered sacred by the ancient Druids?

    16. What Christmas song was the first to be broadcast from space?

    17. What popular Christmas gift became a huge craze in 1996?

    18. What company introduced gift-wrapping Christmas paper?

    19. What toy company created “Star Wars” figures that became iconic Christmas gifts in the 1970s?

    20. What Roman holiday influenced many Christmas traditions?

    21. What Christmas tree tradition began in Germany in the 16th century?

    22. What does the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree symbolize?

    23. What year was A Christmas Carol published?

    24. What does the term “Xmas” stand for?

    25. In which country did the tradition of exchanging Christmas cards begin?

    Trivia Team Bonus Questions:

    1. Can you name the year or person credited with sending the first card?

    2. What council in 325 AD helped set the early Christian calendar?

    3. What was the first artificial Christmas tree made from?

    4. In Germany, what is the name of the sinister companion of St. Nicholas?

    5. What country is credited with popularizing the Christmas advent calendar?

    The Answers:

    Christmas History Trivia  Answers

    1. In which century did the holiday known as Christmas start being widely celebrated?
    4th century

    2. What country introduced eggnog to America?
    England

    3. Who wrote the poem A Visit from St. Nicholas?
    Clement Clarke Moore

    4. What is the name of the goat-like figure that accompanies Santa in Scandinavian folklore?
    The Yule Goat.

    5. What medieval Christmas tradition involved people singing from house to house?
    Wassailing

    6. What was Christmas originally called in England during the Middle Ages?
    Christ’s Mass

    7. What does the shape of a candy cane represent?
    The shepherd’s staff (Often said to represent both the staff and the letter “J” for Jesus.)

    8. What was the first state in the U.S. to make Christmas an official holiday?
    Alabama

    9. Which English ruler officially banned Christmas in 1647?
    Oliver Cromwell

    10. Which British author wrote A Christmas Carol, which helped popularize Christmas celebrations?
    Charles Dickens

    11. What Roman holiday was celebrated  December 17- 25 before Christmas?
    Saturnalia

    12. What was the name of the pre-Christian winter festival celebrated by Scandinavians that influenced Christmas traditions?
    Yule

    13. Why did Puritans in New England oppose Christmas celebrations?
    They believed it was too closely associated with pagan rituals and lacked biblical support.

    14. What year was Christmas declared a federal holiday in the United States?
    1870

    15. What plant, often associated with Christmas, was considered sacred by the ancient Druids?
    Mistletoe

    16. What Christmas song was the first to be broadcast from space?
    Jingle Bells (Played by astronauts aboard Gemini 6 in 1965.)

    17. What popular Christmas gift became a huge craze in 1996?
    Tickle Me Elmo.

    18. What company introduced gift-wrapping Christmas paper?
    Hallmark in 1917

    19. What toy company created “Star Wars” figures that became iconic Christmas gifts in the 1970s?
    Kenner

    20. What Roman holiday influenced many Christmas traditions?
    Saturnalia

    21. What Christmas tree tradition began in Germany in the 16th century?
    Decorating Christmas trees

    22. What does the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree symbolize?
    A beacon of hope, unity, and resilience during the holidays.

    23. What year was A Christmas Carol published?
    1843

    24. What does the term “Xmas” stand for?
    “X” is derived from the Greek letter Chi, the first letter in “Christ.”

    25. In which country did the tradition of exchanging Christmas cards begin?
    England

    Trivia Team Bonus Answers:

    1. Can you name the year or person credited with sending the first card?
    The first Christmas card was designed in England by John Callcott Horsley in 1843 for Sir Henry Cole, a British civil servant.

    2. What council in 325 AD helped set the early Christian calendar?
    The Council of Nicaea.

    3. What was the first artificial Christmas tree made from?
    Goose feathers dyed green

    4. In Germany, what is the name of the sinister companion of St. Nicholas?
    Krampus

    5. What country is credited with popularizing the Christmas advent calendar?
    Germany

  • Pop Culture Thanksgiving Quiz

    Pop Culture Thanksgiving Quiz

    Pop Culture Thanksgiving Trivia Quiz

    Thanksgiving Trivia: How Much Do You Know About This Historic Holiday?

    Thanksgiving is more than just turkey and pie—it’s rich with history, traditions, and fascinating trivia. From its origins as a harvest celebration to its evolution into a national holiday filled with food, parades, and football, there’s so much to discover about this uniquely American celebration.

    Do you know Thanksgiving? Test yourself with questions like Who proclaimed Thanksgiving a national holiday? What popular side dish wasn’t part of the first Thanksgiving? When did the first Thanksgiving football game take place? And what’s the connection between Thanksgiving and TV dinners?

    Here’s some extra Thanksgiving trivia to whet your appetite:

    • The first Thanksgiving feast in 1621 was a three-day event shared by the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag tribe, featuring venison, seafood, and local produce—but no pumpkin pie or mashed potatoes!
    • Thanksgiving became a national holiday in 1863, thanks to President Abraham Lincoln’s proclamation issued during the Civil War.
    • Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade debuted in 1924, originally featuring live animals borrowed from the Central Park Zoo.
    • The tradition of Thanksgiving football games began in 1876 with a collegiate matchup between Yale and Princeton, while the NFL adopted the custom in 1920.
    • In the 1950s, Thanksgiving leftovers led to the invention of the TV dinner, when Swanson overestimated the demand for frozen turkeys and repackaged the extras.

    Thanksgiving has become one of America’s most beloved holidays, blending food, family, and gratitude into a day of reflection and celebration. This trivia page dives into its history, cultural significance, and fun facts, making it perfect for a little pre-feast competition or post-dinner fun.

    So, how much do you know about Thanksgiving? From Pilgrim lore to modern-day traditions, this quiz will put your knowledge to the test. Start exploring and make your Thanksgiving even more memorable!

    Thanksgiving Trivia Quiz Questions

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    1. How many feathers does a typical adult turkey have?

    2. Which sport is traditionally watched on Thanksgiving in the United States?

    3. Which year did the Pilgrims celebrate the first Thanksgiving?

    4. What was the ship’s name that brought the Pilgrims to America?

    5. Which Native American tribe celebrated the first Thanksgiving with the Pilgrims?

    6.  In Planes, Trains, and Automobiles, what mode of transportation does NOT break down during the trip?

    7. Which actor plays Del Griffith in Planes, Trains, and Automobiles?

    8. What does Snoopy (& Woodstock) serve at the Thanksgiving meal in A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving?
    You get one point for each of the four items you can name.

    9. What is a male turkey called?

    10. Which U.S. president moved the date of Thanksgiving to the fourth Thursday of November to increase holiday shopping?

    11. What meat did the Pilgrims and Native Americans likely eat at the first Thanksgiving?

    12. Which Friends character gets their head stuck in a turkey?

    13. How fast can a wild turkey run?

    14. Which country celebrates Thanksgiving on the second Monday of October?

    15. How long does it take to defrost a 20-pound turkey in the refrigerator?

    16. Name the seasonal song by Adam Sandler that became famous on Saturday Night Live.

    17.  What alternative to the bald eagle did Benjamin Franklin famously propose as a national symbol?

    18. What year did the first official “Turkey Pardon” take place?

    19. In the TV show The Simpsons, what is the name of the Thanksgiving episode where Bart accidentally ruins the family dinner?

    20. Who is responsible for officially “pardoning” the turkey annually?

    21. How many calories does the average person consume on Thanksgiving Day?

    22. What sound do male turkeys make that females do not?

    23. What sound does a female turkey make?

    22. How many turkeys are typically pardoned by the President each year?

    24. How many pounds of turkey are consumed by Americans each Thanksgiving?

    25. How much does the average Thanksgiving turkey weigh?

    26. What famous American historical figure once refused to declare Thanksgiving a holiday, calling it unnecessary?

    27. Which president declared Thanksgiving a national holiday?

    28. How much does the average American spend on Thanksgiving dinner?

    29. Which state was the first to adopt Thanksgiving as an annual holiday?

    30. How many hours of television do Americans watch on average on Thanksgiving Day?

    31. What popular Thanksgiving side dish uses marshmallows as a topping?

    32. Which department store chain sponsors the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade?

    33. What city hosts the oldest Thanksgiving parade in the U.S.?

    34. In what decade was canned cranberry sauce first sold in the U.S.?

    35. What state has an official “Turkey Capital” of the world?

    36. What do Americans call the day after Thanksgiving?

    37. In what year did Thanksgiving become an official U.S. holiday?

    38. What percent of Americans eat turkey on Thanksgiving?

    39. What is the most popular Thanksgiving side dish in the United States?

    40. What dance is performed by the Radio City Rockettes in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade?

    41. What do you call a group of wild turkeys?

    42. What is the name of the long-running Thanksgiving Day parade in Detroit?

    43. What U.S. state named the wild turkey its official state game bird?

    44. What meat was President Abraham Lincoln’s family served for Thanksgiving dinner?

    45. What was the original reason for the first Thanksgiving celebration?

    46. Which professional sport has a league that pauses for Thanksgiving to honor the holiday?

    47. What year was the green bean casserole invented?

    48. What is the name of the Thanksgiving song written by Lydia Maria Child?

    49. In which book by Louisa May Alcott do characters celebrate a Thanksgiving feast?

    50. What Thanksgiving dish inspired the first-ever TV dinner?

    51. Who was the governor of the Plymouth colony during the first Thanksgiving?

    52. What city hosts an annual Thanksgiving Day race called the Turkey Trot?

    53. Which Thanksgiving food has the fewest calories per serving: mashed potatoes, stuffing, or cranberry sauce?

    54. What red berry is a Thanksgiving staple often made into a sauce?

    55. What is the term for a baby cranberry?

    56. What type of plant do cranberries grow on?

    57. Which U.S. state raises the most cranberries?

    58. Which Thanksgiving food was found at the site of the original Jamestown colony?

    59. What cartoon character has most appeared in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade?

    60. Which American holiday did Sarah Josepha Hale campaign for over 30 years to make official?

    66. How many pumpkin pies are typically consumed on Thanksgiving in the U.S.?

    67. Who painted Freedom from Want, a famous Thanksgiving scene?

    68. What is the top online search for Thanksgiving in the U.S.?

    69. What type of pie is most associated with Thanksgiving today?

    70. Which popular dish was probably NOT served at the first Thanksgiving?

    71. How long did the first Thanksgiving celebration last?

    72. What is the traditional main course at Canadian Thanksgiving?

    73. What year was A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving first aired on television?

    74. What do some Native Americans observe on Thanksgiving instead of celebrating?

    75. What vegetable often used in Thanksgiving dinners was once thought to have poisonous leaves?

    76. What day is Thanksgiving held in Canada?

    77. What is the heaviest turkey ever recorded?

    78. What utensil did the Pilgrims likely not use during the first Thanksgiving?

    79. What is Butterball’s Turkey Talk Line?

    80. What famous Thanksgiving float character debuted in the Macy’s parade in 1968?

    81. What is a baby turkey called?

    82. What was the first famous Thanksgiving float character in the Macy’s parade in 1927?

    83. What is the red, fleshy part of a turkey’s beak called?

    84. What year did Butterball start the Turkey Talk Line?

    85. What cooking method became popular in the 2000s for preparing Thanksgiving turkeys?

    86. How many hours should a turkey cook if it weighs 20 pounds?

    87. What state consumes the most turkey per capita during Thanksgiving?

    88. What popular social media platform sees a surge in Thanksgiving recipe searches?

    89. Which African country celebrates Thanksgiving with family gatherings in August?

    90. This famous 19th-century author’s Thanksgiving stories were widely published in magazines. Name her.

    Trivia Team Bonus Questions:

    1. Sarah Josepha Hale also wrote a poem (that became a song) that most people still know today. Name that tune.

    2. Which TV show has an episode called “Slapsgiving”?

    3. What Broadway Musical features a song called “Turkey Lurkey Time”?

    4. True or False: Turkeys can fly.

    5. Which NFL player holds the record for most rushing yards on Thanksgiving?

    6. Which part of the turkey changes color depending on its mood?

    7. On Friends, what dish does Rachel accidentally make with beef?

    8. What was the first television show to feature a Thanksgiving-themed episode?

    9. What year was the first Thanksgiving football game televised?

    10. What is the name of the Native American who helped the Pilgrims survive their first winter?

    The Answers:

    Thanksgiving Trivia Quiz Answers

    1. How many feathers does a typical adult turkey have?
    About 5,000

    2. Which sport is traditionally watched on Thanksgiving in the United States?
    Football

    3. Which year did the Pilgrims celebrate the first Thanksgiving?
    1621

    4. What was the ship’s name that brought the Pilgrims to America?
    The Mayflower

    5. Which Native American tribe celebrated the first Thanksgiving with the Pilgrims?
    The Wampanoag

    6.  In Planes, Trains, and Automobiles, what mode of transportation does NOT break down during the trip?
    Train

    7. Which actor plays Del Griffith in Planes, Trains, and Automobiles?
    John Candy

    8. What does Snoopy (& Woodstock) serve at the Thanksgiving meal in A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving?
    You get one point for each of the four items you can name.
    Toast, popcorn, pretzels, and jelly beans

    9. What is a male turkey called?
    A tom

    10. Which U.S. president moved the date of Thanksgiving to the fourth Thursday of November to increase holiday shopping?
    Franklin D. Roosevelt

    11. What meat did the Pilgrims and Native Americans likely eat at the first Thanksgiving?
    Deer (venison), not turkey

    12. Which Friends character gets their head stuck in a turkey?
    Monica, in a flashback

    13. How fast can a wild turkey run?
    Up to 20 mph

    14. Which country celebrates Thanksgiving on the second Monday of October?
    Canada

    15. How long does it take to defrost a 20-pound turkey in the refrigerator?
    About 4-5 days

    16. Name the seasonal song by Adam Sandler that became famous on Saturday Night Live.
    The Thanksgiving Song

    17.  What alternative to the bald eagle did Benjamin Franklin famously propose as a national symbol?
    The national bird of the United States.

    18. What year did the first official “Turkey Pardon” take place?
    1989 (Some presidents did pardon turkeys informally earlier)

    19. In the TV show The Simpsons, what is the name of the Thanksgiving episode where Bart accidentally ruins the family dinner?
    Bart vs. Thanksgiving

    20. Who is responsible for officially “pardoning” the turkey annually?
    The President of the United States

    21. How many calories does the average person consume on Thanksgiving Day?
    Around 4,500

    22. What sound do male turkeys make that females do not?
    Gobble

    23. What sound does a female turkey make?
    Cluck

    22. How many turkeys are typically pardoned by the President each year?
    Two (one main turkey and one alternate)

    24. How many pounds of turkey are consumed by Americans each Thanksgiving?
    About 46 million

    25. How much does the average Thanksgiving turkey weigh?
    15 pounds

    26. What famous American historical figure once refused to declare Thanksgiving a holiday, calling it unnecessary?
    Thomas Jefferson

    27. Which president declared Thanksgiving a national holiday?
    Abraham Lincoln

    28. How much does the average American spend on Thanksgiving dinner?
    Around $50–$60 (This figure varies by year, based on food cost data from the American Farm Bureau Federation)

    29. Which state was the first to adopt Thanksgiving as an annual holiday?
    New York

    30. How many hours of television do Americans watch on average on Thanksgiving Day?
    7 hours (with football and holiday specials being popular)

    31. What popular Thanksgiving side dish uses marshmallows as a topping?
    Sweet potato casserole

    32. Which department store chain sponsors the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade?
    Macy’s

    33. What city hosts the oldest Thanksgiving parade in the U.S.?
    Philadelphia (Philadelphia’s Thanksgiving Day Parade started in 1920)

    34. In what decade was canned cranberry sauce first sold in the U.S.?
    The 1910s (The first commercial canned cranberry sauce appeared in 1912 by Ocean Spray)

    35. What state has an official “Turkey Capital” of the world?
    Minnesota (Minnesota produces the most turkeys in the U.S., though multiple cities claim the “Turkey Capital” title)

    36. What do Americans call the day after Thanksgiving?
    Black Friday

    37. In what year did Thanksgiving become an official U.S. holiday?
    1863

    38. What percent of Americans eat turkey on Thanksgiving?
    About 88% (According to the National Turkey Federation)

    39. What is the most popular Thanksgiving side dish in the United States?
    Mashed potatoes

    40. What dance is performed by the Radio City Rockettes in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade?
    The kickline (The Rockettes perform their famous kickline)

    41. What do you call a group of wild turkeys?
    A rafter or flock

    42. What is the name of the long-running Thanksgiving Day parade in Detroit?
    America’s Thanksgiving Parade.

    43. What U.S. state named the wild turkey its official state game bird?
    Alabama

    44. What meat was President Abraham Lincoln’s family served for Thanksgiving dinner?
    Turkey (Lincoln’s family reportedly served turkey, which he officially designated for Thanksgiving celebrations)

    45. What was the original reason for the first Thanksgiving celebration?
    To celebrate a successful harvest

    46. Which professional sport has a league that pauses for Thanksgiving to honor the holiday?
    The NBA and NHL traditionally have no games on Thanksgiving Day.

    47. What year was the green bean casserole invented?
    1955. The iconic dish was created by Dorcas Reilly at the Campbell Soup Company as a quick and simple side.

    48. What is the name of the Thanksgiving song written by Lydia Maria Child?
    Over the River and Through the Wood

    49. In which book by Louisa May Alcott do characters celebrate a Thanksgiving feast?
    Little Women

    50. What Thanksgiving dish inspired the first-ever TV dinner?
    Leftover turkey. In 1953, Swanson created the TV dinner after overestimating their turkey supply and finding a creative way to use the surplus.

    51. Who was the governor of the Plymouth colony during the first Thanksgiving?
    William Bradford

    52. What city hosts an annual Thanksgiving Day race called the Turkey Trot?
    Buffalo, NY (One of the oldest Turkey Trots, held since 1896)

    53. Which Thanksgiving food has the fewest calories per serving: mashed potatoes, stuffing, or cranberry sauce?
    Cranberry sauce (Typically, cranberry sauce has fewer calories than traditional stuffing and mashed potatoes)

    54. What red berry is a Thanksgiving staple often made into a sauce?
    Cranberries

    55. What is the term for a baby cranberry?
    There isn’t a specific term for a “baby cranberry,” though it’s called a “cranberry bud” before it matures.

    56. What type of plant do cranberries grow on?
    Cranberries grow on vines.

    57. Which U.S. state raises the most cranberries?
    Wisconsin

    58. Which Thanksgiving food was found at the site of the original Jamestown colony?
    Corn (maize) (Corn was widely cultivated by Native Americans and found by settlers)

    59. What cartoon character has most appeared in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade?
    Snoopy (Snoopy holds the record for the most appearances as a balloon)

    60. Which American holiday did Sarah Josepha Hale campaign for over 30 years to make official?
    Thanksgiving

    66. How many pumpkin pies are typically consumed on Thanksgiving in the U.S.?
    Around 50 million

    67. Who painted Freedom from Want, a famous Thanksgiving scene?
    Norman Rockwell

    68. What is the top online search for Thanksgiving in the U.S.?
    Thanksgiving recipes

    69. What type of pie is most associated with Thanksgiving today?
    Pumpkin pie

    70. Which dish was probably NOT served at the first Thanksgiving?
    Pumpkin pie (pumpkin was likely eaten but not as pie)

    71. How long did the first Thanksgiving celebration last?
    Three days

    72. What is the traditional main course at Canadian Thanksgiving?
    Turkey (Turkey is traditional in Canada, similar to the U.S.)

    73. What year was A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving first aired on television?
    1973

    74. What do some Native Americans observe on Thanksgiving instead of celebrating?
    National Day of Mourning (Observed by some Native American groups to honor their ancestors)

    75. What vegetable often used in Thanksgiving dinners was once thought to have poisonous leaves?
    Potatoes

    76. What day is Thanksgiving held in Canada?
    The second Monday in October

    77. What is the heaviest turkey ever recorded?
    86 pounds

    78. What utensil did the Pilgrims likely not use during the first Thanksgiving?
    Forks (they used knives and spoons)

    79. What is Butterball’s Turkey Talk Line?
    A hotline that helps callers with turkey-cooking questions

    80. What famous Thanksgiving float character debuted in the Macy’s parade in 1968?
    Snoopy

    81. What is a baby turkey called?
    A poult

    82. What was the first famous Thanksgiving float character in the Macy’s parade in 1927?
    Felix The Cat

    83. What is the red, fleshy part of a turkey’s beak called?
    A snood

    84. What year did Butterball start the Turkey Talk Line?
    1981

    85. What cooking method became popular in the 2000s for preparing Thanksgiving turkeys?
    Deep frying

    86. How many hours should a turkey cook if it weighs 20 pounds?
    4 to 5 hours at 325°F

    87. What state consumes the most turkey per capita during Thanksgiving?
    California. 

    88. What popular social media platform sees a surge in Thanksgiving recipe searches?
    Pinterest

    89. Which African country celebrates Thanksgiving with family gatherings in August?
    Liberia

    90. This famous 19th-century author’s Thanksgiving stories were widely published in magazines. Name her.
    Sarah Josepha Hale

    Trivia Team Bonus Questions:

    1. Sarah Josepha Hale also wrote a poem (that became a song) that most people still know today. Name that tune.
    Mary had a Little Lamb.

    2. Which TV show has an episode called “Slapsgiving”?
    How I Met Your Mother

    3. What Broadway Musical features a song called “Turkey Lurkey Time”?
    Promises, Promises

    4. True or False: Turkeys can fly.
    True (wild turkeys can fly short distances)

    5. Which NFL player holds the record for most rushing yards on Thanksgiving?
    Barry Sanders

    6. Which part of the turkey changes color depending on its mood?
    The head

    7. On Friends, what dish does Rachel accidentally make with beef?
    Trifle

    8. What was the first television show to feature a Thanksgiving-themed episode?
    The Burns and Allen Show in 1952.

    9. What year was the first Thanksgiving football game televised?
    1939

    10. What is the name of the Native American who helped the Pilgrims survive their first winter?
    Squanto.