Archive for the ‘Christmas Trivia’ Category

How much water will your Christmas tree drink during the first week in your home?

Sunday, December 21st, 2008 by Allison H.

On average, your Christmas tree will drink one gallon of water depending on its the size.

Traditionally, garlands are used to decorate a house during Christmas time. The word garland comes from the Italian word “ghirlanda,” which means what?

Saturday, December 20th, 2008 by Allison H.

Garland, the popular Christmas decoration, stems from the Italian word “ghirlanda,” which means a braid.

Who played the little girl who has doubts about Santa Claus in the Christmas movie, “Miracle on 34th Street?”

Friday, December 19th, 2008 by Allison H.

The little girl, Susan Walker, was played by Natalie Wood in the Christmas movie, “Miracle on 34th Street.”

In what state does “White Christmas” take place?

Thursday, December 18th, 2008 by Allison H.

“White Christmas” takes place in Vermont.

What is the day after Christmas called in the UK and other Commonwealth nations?

Wednesday, December 17th, 2008 by Allison H.

The day after Christmas is called Boxing Day, in which citizens give gifts to the less fortunate members of society.

Who plays Bing Crosby’s army buddy in “White Christmas?”

Tuesday, December 16th, 2008 by Allison H.

In “White Christmas,” Crosby’s army buddy, Phil Davis, is played by Danny Kaye.

In the Christmas story, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” what does George Bailey injure as a small boy?

Monday, December 15th, 2008 by Allison H.
In the Christmas story, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” George injures his ear.

What was a popular Christmas game during the Victorian era?

Sunday, December 14th, 2008 by Allison H.

The game Hot Cockles, which dates back to the Middle Ages, was popular amongst Victorian Christmas parties.

Jim Varney plays a taxi driver in which Christmas comedy?

Saturday, December 13th, 2008 by Allison H.

In “Ernest Saves Christmas,” released in 1988, Jim Varney plays the main character assisting in a search to find Santa’s successor.

In 1997, Jack Palance starred as the main character in the retelling of which Christmas classic?

Friday, December 12th, 2008 by Allison H.

Jack Palance starred as Scrooge in the made for TV movie “Ebenezer,” a Wild West retelling of Dickens’ classic, “A Christmas Carol.”