Christmas Trivia
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In 'Home Alone', which city is Kevin's family flying to when they leave him behind?
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Home Alone, the Grinch, carols and Christmas around the world. Ten free questions with every answer explained, then grab the full 100-question printable for your office party or family Christmas.
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1.
In 'Home Alone', which city is Kevin's family flying to when they leave him behind?
- London
- Rome
- Miami
- Paris
Answer: Paris. The McCallisters fly to Paris, and Kevin's mother spends the movie trying to get back to Chicago.
2.
The Grinch lives on a mountain above which town?
- Bedford Falls
- Christmas Town
- Whoville
- Hooterville
Answer: Whoville. In Dr. Seuss's story, the Grinch looks down on the Whos of Whoville from Mount Crumpit.
3.
What do people traditionally hang by the fireplace for Santa to fill?
- Stockings
- Mittens
- Wreaths
- Bells
Answer: Stockings. Christmas stockings are hung by the chimney so Santa can fill them with small gifts.
4.
Which of these is NOT one of Santa's reindeer in the poem 'A Visit from St. Nicholas'?
- Twinkle
- Dasher
- Vixen
- Cupid
Answer: Twinkle. The poem's reindeer include Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet and Cupid. Rudolph came along more than a century later.
5.
In 'A Christmas Story' (1983), what gift does Ralphie want?
- A sled
- A bicycle
- A Red Ryder BB gun
- A chemistry set
Answer: A Red Ryder BB gun. Ralphie spends the whole film campaigning for a Red Ryder BB gun, and everyone warns he'll shoot his eye out.
6.
Which singer is famous for 'White Christmas'?
- Frank Sinatra
- Nat King Cole
- Dean Martin
- Bing Crosby
Answer: Bing Crosby. Bing Crosby's 'White Christmas' is often cited as the best-selling single of all time.
7.
Which country gives London a Christmas tree for Trafalgar Square every year?
- Sweden
- Denmark
- Finland
- Norway
Answer: Norway. Oslo has sent a tree every year since 1947 to thank Britain for its help during World War II.
8.
Which fast-food meal is a popular Christmas tradition in Japan?
- McDonald's burgers
- KFC fried chicken
- Pizza
- Sushi rolls
Answer: KFC fried chicken. Thanks to a 1970s ad campaign, millions of Japanese families order KFC for Christmas.
9.
In 'The Twelve Days of Christmas', what is given on the fifth day?
- Five calling birds
- Five geese a-laying
- Five gold rings
- Five swans a-swimming
Answer: Five gold rings. The fifth day brings five gold rings, the most famous line in the song.
10.
Which was the first song played in space, during the Gemini 6 mission in December 1965?
- Jingle Bells
- Silent Night
- Deck the Halls
- Here Comes Santa Claus
Answer: Jingle Bells. The Gemini 6 astronauts played 'Jingle Bells' on a smuggled harmonica and bells.
FAQ
How many questions are in the full Christmas trivia printable?
The printable has 100 multiple-choice questions in Easy, Medium and Hard rounds, with an answer key, a scorecard and rank titles from Scrooge in Training to Christmas Legend.
Is this Christmas trivia good for an office party?
Yes. It mixes Christmas movies, music and traditions, so it works for big mixed groups. The Christmas Trivia Night Kit adds 118 slides, team answer sheets, a host guide and an event license for one location.
Is it suitable for kids?
The Easy round works for kids and teens. The Medium and Hard rounds are written with adults in mind.
When is Christmas Day?
December 25 in most Western countries. Many Orthodox churches celebrate on January 7.
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