Winter Holidays Trivia

What year was Santa born?

• 1850

• 270

• 580 BC

• 1220

Many celebrations occur during the shortest day of the year. What is this day called?

• Winter Solstice

• Leap Day

• Groundhog's Day

• The Day of the Dead

Why do many people wear red for Chinese New Year?

• To bring wealth and prosperity

• It's pretty

• To bring good luck

• To celebrate their ancestors

Kwanzaa is a week long celebration to honor African heritage. When does it start?

• December 11

• December 26

• December 13

• December 21

What is Christmas a celebration of?

• The birth of Santa

• The birth of Jesus

• The end of the year

• The beginning of winter

What is a dreidel?

• A four sided top

• A drum

• A child's hat

• A musical instrument

Which of these trees is most often used as a Christmas tree?

• Fir

• Birch

• Palm

• Bonsai

How many candles does a Hanukkah menorah hold?

• 5

• 8

• 9

• 12

Which state grows the most Christmas trees?

• California

• Colorado

• Idaho

• Oregon

Which of these is NOT a holiday movie?

• Elf

• Home Alone

• The Sandlot

• The Santa Claus