Question 1

In the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas," what gift is given on the 7th day?

Accepted Answer

Seven swans a-swimming

Question 2

What does the word "Hanukkah" mean in Hebrew?

Accepted Answer

Dedication

Question 3

Which holiday plant blooms in winter and is known for its red and green leaves?

Accepted Answer

Poinsettia

Question 4

It is a common tradition in some South American countries to wear a specific color of ______ on NYE depending on what you want the new year to bring.

Accepted Answer

Underwear

Question 5

Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?

Accepted Answer

Germany

Question 6

What type of oil is traditionally used to light the menorah?

Accepted Answer

Olive

Question 7

What fruit is traditionally placed in stockings on Christmas morning?

Accepted Answer

Oranges

Question 8

Which U.S. state drops a 700-pound potato instead of a ball to ring in the New Year?

Accepted Answer

Idaho

Question 9

Which indigenous people are known for making igloos?

Accepted Answer

Inuit (Canada & Greenland)

Question 10

What is the name of the Grinch's dog in How the Grinch Stole Christmas?

Accepted Answer

Max

Question 11

What food is traditionally eaten in Spain on New Year’s Eve for good luck?

Accepted Answer

Grapes

Question 12

The classic look of a happy and jolly Santa is largely a result of this company's ads.

Accepted Answer

Coca Cola

Question 13

The miracle of Hanukkah involves oil that lasted for how many days instead of one?

Accepted Answer

8

Question 14

The winter solstice is...

Accepted Answer

The shortest day of the year

Question 15

Santa has his own postal code in this country.

Accepted Answer

Canada

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