Mr. Phillips' Holiday Bonanza

Which of Santa’s reindeer has the same name as another holiday mascot?

• A. Prancer

• B. Dancer

• C. Cupid

• D. Vixen

Answer explanation

The first eight reindeer are based on those used in the 1823 poem "The Night Before Christmas," but since the mid-20th century, popular culture has generally recognized Santa Claus as having nine reindeer with the inclusion of Rudolph.

Where is the largest menorah in the world located?

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Answer explanation

Standing at a towering 36 feet tall, the largest menorah in the world can be found in Grand Army Plaza in New York City, New York.

Miracle of 34th Street centers on what real-life department store?

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Answer explanation

Edmund Gwenn, the actor who played Santa Claus in the original film, was also the Santa in the 1946 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

What are the 3 colors of Kwanzaa?

• A. Red, white, and blue

• B. Green, red, and white

• C. Orange, white, and green

• D. Black, red, and green

Answer explanation

A key custom during Kwanzaa is the daily lighting of the Kinara.

Which name is NOT another name for Santa Claus?

• A. Kris Kringle

• B. Saint Nick

• C. Sir Christmas

• D. Papa Noel

Answer explanation

Santa Claus has over 13 different names.

What winter activity is Mr. Phillips drawing?

What does the word "Hanukkah" mean?

• A. Dedication

• B. Holiday

• C. Eight Days

• D. Menorah

Answer explanation

The name "Hanukkah" derives from the Hebrew verb "חנך‎", meaning "to dedicate".

Who was the first president to recognize Hanukkah in the White House by lighting a menorah?

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Answer explanation

Former President and Woodward Academy parent, Jimmy Carter, was the first US president to light a menorah in 1979, and the first official White House Hanukkah party took place in 2001.

What year was Kwanzaa created?

• A. 1900

• B. 1855

• C. 1987

• D. 1966

Answer explanation

Each of the seven days of Kwanzaa is dedicated to one of the following principles: unity, self-determination, collective work and responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity, and faith.

What winter activity is Mr. Phillips acting out?