Ultimate Christmas Quiz: Holiday Trivia & Festive Facts
Challenge your friends with this fun Christmas quiz! Covers holiday traditions, movie trivia, music hits, and US consumer spending trends.
The Ultimate Christmas Quiz
Test your festive knowledge regarding traditions, music, movies, and more!
Quiz Rules
Gather your team or play solo.
Grab a pen and paper to record answers.
No smartphones or searching for answers!
The team with the most points wins bragging rights.
Question 1: Origins
Which country is credited with starting the tradition of the Christmas tree in the 16th century?
A) England B) Germany C) Norway D) United States
Answer: Germany
The tradition began in Germany in the 16th century, where devoted Christians brought decorated trees into their homes. It is believed that Martin Luther was the first to add lighted candles to a tree.
Question 2: Best-Selling Christmas Singles
Can you guess the #1 best-selling Christmas single of all time? (Physical sales). Hint: It was released in 1942.
In which popular 1990 movie does a character listed as 'The Wet Bandits' appear?
Question 3: Movies
Answer: Home Alone
The Wet Bandits, Harry and Marv, attempt to burgle the McCallister home, only to be outsmarted by 8-year-old Kevin. It remains one of the highest-grossing Christmas films of all time.
Q4: Name the 9 Reindeer
Dasher, Dancer, Prancer
Vixen, Comet, Cupid
Donner, Blitzen
...and Rudolph!
Holiday Spending Breakdown (US)
The National Retail Federation estimated average holiday spending per person was ~$997 in recent years. Where does the money go? Gifts make up the largest portion!
Merry Christmas!
Add up your scores and celebrate! Have a wonderful holiday season.
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