STA Faculty Christmas Trivia

Which country is known for the tradition of hiding a pickle ornament in the Christmas tree, where the first child to find it receives an extra gift?

• Germany

• United States

• Spain

• Italy

In the movie "Home Alone," what is the name of the main character who is accidentally left behind when his family goes on vacation?

• Kevin McCallister

• Harry Lime

• Marv Murchins

• Buzz McCallister

Which country celebrates Christmas with a tradition called "La Befana," where a witch delivers gifts to children on January 6th?

• France

• Italy

• Greece

• Portugal

In the film "The Polar Express," what is the first gift of Christmas that Santa gives to the main character?

• A bell from his sleigh

• A golden ticket

• A toy train

• A snow globe

Which country is known for the Christmas tradition of lighting candles on a "Kerstkrans," a type of wreath?

• Sweden

• Netherlands

• Denmark

• Norway

In the movie "Elf," what is the main character's favorite food group?

• Ice Cream

• Pizza

• Candy

• Spaghetti

Which country celebrates Christmas with a tradition called "Nochebuena," which includes a large family feast on Christmas Eve?

• Chile

• Brazil

• Argentina

• Mexico

In the movie "A Christmas Carol," who is the author of the original story?

• Charles Dickens

• Mark Twain

• J.R.R. Tolkien

• Jane Austen

Which country is known for the Christmas tradition of "Jólabókaflóð," or the "Christmas Book Flood," where books are exchanged on Christmas Eve?

• Iceland

• Finland

• Norway

• Sweden

In the movie "The Nightmare Before Christmas," what is the name of the main character who tries to take over Christmas?

• Jack Skellington

• Oogie Boogie

• Sally

• Dr. Finkelstein