[Answer] 5. What Christmas song contains the easily-remembered words "fa-la-la-la-la, la, la, la, la"?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "5. What Christmas song contains the easily-remembered words "fa-la-la-la-la, la, la, la, la"?"

...1. Winter Wonderland 2. Deck the Halls 3. Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas 4. Here Comes Santa The tune for "Deck The Halls" dates back to Wales in the sixteenth century and over the years the lyrics have drastically changed. The first few lines of the most common lyrics in use today are: "Deck the halls with boughs of holly Fa-la-la-la-la, la, la, la, la. Tis the season to be jolly Fa-la-la-la-la, la, la, la, la".

[Answer] 7. Which bird is usually eaten for Christmas dinner in the UK?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "7. Which bird is usually eaten for Christmas dinner in the UK?"

...1. Duck 2. Pheasant 3. Pigeon 4. Turkey The turkey was brought to Britain from America. By the end of the Victorian era it had become the most popular meat for Christmas dinner. It is estimated that nearly 20000 tons of turkeys will be cooked for Christmas 2008 in the UK. The other birds all give tasty dinners, but may well not be big enough for a large family.

[Answer] 4. What holiday tradition keeps the mail carrier busy at Christmas time?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "4. What holiday tradition keeps the mail carrier busy at Christmas time? "

...1. Making toys for the good girls and boys 2. Gift-wrapping 3. Holiday greeting cards 4. Singing Christmas carols door-to-door Giving greeting cards is an ancient tradition that can be traced as far back as the Egyptians, who exchanged greetings written on papyrus scrolls, and the Chinese, who exchanged greetings of good cheer for the New Year. By the 15th century, handmade greeting cards were popular in Europe and Germany. In the summer of 1843, British businessman and inventor, Sir Henry Cole hired artist John Calcott Horsley to design a Christmas card he could send to family and friends. The card was produced in London the same year and it featured pictures of good Samaritans feeding and clothing the poor, and a family enjoying a Christmas feast. The inscription read "A Merry Christmas and a Happy New to You". In 1875, German printer, Louis Prang became the first manufacturer to produce cards in America. Prang's cards were costly and led to the downfall of his business, but despite all this, the American greeting card industry was born and has thrived ever since.

[Answer] 6. In the famous song, how many days of Christmas are there, and what gift was given to the true love on the second day?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "6. In the famous song, how many days of Christmas are there, and what gift was given to the true love on the second day? "

...1. 10 - five gold rings 2. 10 - two calling birds 3. 12 - two turtle doves 4. 12 - six geese a- laying According to the song entitled "The Twelve Days Of Christmas," this person's true love gave them a gift on each day of the twelve of Christmas and they were all quite amusing gifts. On the second day, the lover was given two turtle doves.

[Answer] 4. What are the two missing words from this favourite Christmas song: "Santa Claus is ________ _____ Town"?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "4. What are the two missing words from this favourite Christmas song: "Santa Claus is ________ _____ Town"?"

...1. Just Leaving 2. Painting the 3. Arriving In 4. Coming To "Santa Claus is Coming to Town" was first performed by Eddie Cantor on his radio show in 1934. This favourite Christmas song has been covered many times by such artists as Frank Sinatra, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, Alice Cooper, Peggy Lee, Perry Como, Dolly Parton and many, many more,

[Answer] 9. (Song) On the sixth day of Christmas my true love sent me six geese a __________.

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "9. (Song) On the sixth day of Christmas my true love sent me six geese a __________."

...1. Sleeping 2. Clucking 3. Laying 4. Flying

[Answer] 4. One of the most amusing Christmas movies I have seen is "A Christmas Story" in which nine year old Ralphie just wants a BB gun for Christmas. One of the funniest scenes in the film is when one of Ralphie's friends dares another friend to do what?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "4. One of the most amusing Christmas movies I have seen is "A Christmas Story" in which nine year old Ralphie just wants a BB gun for Christmas. One of the funniest scenes in the film is when one of Ralphie's friends dares another friend to do what?"

...1. Walk into a store and throw snow balls at Santa 2. Put his tongue on a frozen flag pole to see if it sticks there 3. Go to school dressed as Mrs. Claus 4. Go door to door dressed as an elf singing carols This has been tried on more than one occasion by many people throughout the world. I remember when we were living in the North West Territories that my sister had her lips stuck to the frozen swing set in our backyard. When this film was first released in 1983, it was received with mixed reviews. It has since become one of the most watched movies on television during the Christmas season. The school scenes were shot in St.Catharines, Ontario, Canada, not too far from where I hang my yearly Christmas stocking. (Question and interesting information supplied by Eastenders01)

[Answer] 5. In the famous song, how many days of Christmas are there, and what gift was given to the true love on the second day?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "5. In the famous song, how many days of Christmas are there, and what gift was given to the true love on the second day? "

...1. 10 - five gold rings 2. 10 - two calling birds 3. 12 - two turtle doves 4. 12 - six geese a- laying According to the song entitled "The Twelve Days Of Christmas," this person's true love gave them a gift on each day of the twelve of Christmas and they were all quite amusing gifts. On the second day, the lover was given two turtle doves.

[Answer] 9. Complete the lyrics for the famous Christmas song, "The Twelve Days of Christmas": "___ maids a-milking..."

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "9. Complete the lyrics for the famous Christmas song, "The Twelve Days of Christmas": "___ maids a-milking...""

...1. 6 2. 8 3. 10 4. 9 The last line of the song goes like this: "On the twelfth day of Christmas My true love gave to me Twelve drummers drumming, Eleven pipers piping, Ten lords-a-leaping, Nine ladies dancing, Eight maids a-milking, Seven swans-a-swimming, Six geese-a-laying, Five golden rings, Four calling birds, Three French hens, Two turtle doves, And a partridge in a pear tree." Unfortunately, if in today's world, our 'true love' gave us all of these, we'd be kicked out of our house by our landlord / neighbours / the police. "MAD" magazine once published a really funny feature that speculated the effects of being gifted such presents in the modern world.

[Answer] 1. Christmas time! While we could choose many countries in which to celebrate this holiday, let us pick a fjord near the Nordkapp where the sun has not risen for several weeks and enjoy the Northern Lights. Which country would we be in now?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "1. Christmas time! While we could choose many countries in which to celebrate this holiday, let us pick a fjord near the Nordkapp where the sun has not risen for several weeks and enjoy the Northern Lights. Which country would we be in now?"

...1. Nigeria 2. Norway 3. North Korea 4. Netherlands Also known as the Land of the Midnight Sun, Norway has a substantial portion of its landmass north of the Arctic Circle, enjoying 24 hours of daylight during the summer days and perpetual darkness in the winter. While often cited as the northernmost point of central Europe, Nordkapp is situated on an island and the actual northernmost point of the continent is called Cape Nordkinn, a significant distance further to the east.

[Answer] 2. Although it is rare to see a "White Christmas" in Kentucky this crooner can attest that being a Kentucky Colonel is a present worth opening in the morning. Who was he?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "2. Although it is rare to see a "White Christmas" in Kentucky this crooner can attest that being a Kentucky Colonel is a present worth opening in the morning. Who was he? "

...1. Sonny Liston 2. Joe Louis 3. Mike Tyson 4. Bing Crosby Bing Crosby loved thoroughbred racing horses (most of which come from Kentucky) and was part owner of the Del Mar Racetrack in California. Bing was an actor and a singer who was known for smoking his pipe.

[Answer] 2. A "stollen" is a German variety of which Christmas sweet treat?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "2. A "stollen" is a German variety of which Christmas sweet treat? "

...1. Pumpkin pie 2. Eggnog 3. Red velvet cake 4. Fruit cake Stollen is a loaf-shaped, frosted, German version of a fruitcake. Stollen was first mentioned in 15th century writings but has been being made for much longer than that. The cake itself contains very little sugar; the sweetness of the stollen comes from the candied fruit that is added.

[Answer] 8. Who wrote 'A Christmas Carol'?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "8. Who wrote 'A Christmas Carol'?"

...1. Charles Dickens 2. Samuel Johnson 3. E.E. Cummings 4. Neal Pollack

[Answer] On which day is Christmas celebrated in South Korea?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "On which day is Christmas celebrated in South Korea?"

...South Korea is home to more Christians than many other Asian countries. Christians comprise about 25 to 30 percent of South Korea's population, making Christmas a more widely celebrated holiday than in many of its neighbors. Christmas is an official holiday in South Korea. Attending church on Christmas is a popular way to spend the day, even among non-Christians. Churches decorate with bright red crosses and an abundance of Christmas lights. Many home decorations include a Christmas tree. Source: WhyChristmas.com

[Answer] Which historic event happened on Christmas Day?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which historic event happened on Christmas Day?"

...In one of the most famous and decisive moments of the American Revolution, General George Washington led his army across the Delaware River to Trenton, New Jersey in a logistically challenging and dangerous operation. On the evening of December 25, 1776, they captured 1,000 Hessian soldiers in a surprise attack that raised morale in Washington's troops and turned the tide of the war. The unconventional attack came after several months of substantial defeats for Washington’s army that had resulted in the loss of New York City and other strategic points in the region.

[Ans] Which historic event happened on Christmas Day?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which historic event happened on Christmas Day?"

In one of the most famous and decisive moments of the American Revolution, General George Washington led his army across the Delaware River to Trenton, New Jersey in a logistically challenging and dangerous operation. On the evening of December 25, 1776, they captured 1,000 Hessian soldiers in a surprise attack that raised morale in Washington's troops and turned the tide of the war. The unconventional attack came after several months of substantial defeats for Washington’s army that had resulted in the loss of New York City and other strategic points in the region.

[Answer] What country's inhabitants enjoy "reveillon" on Christmas Eve?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What country's inhabitants enjoy "reveillon" on Christmas Eve?"

...In Haiti, Christmas is a time for families to get together for a special dinner and gift giving. The large Catholic population in Haiti means many attend midnight Mass on Christmas Eve. Afterward, a special meal called "reveillon" begins and lasts until the lights of dawn break the morning sky. Children clean their shoes and fill them with hay. Santa comes during the night to replace the hay with presents. Source: Reference.com

[Answer] What city holds the "Noche de Rabanos" celebration every Christmas?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What city holds the "Noche de Rabanos" celebration every Christmas?"

...Dec. 23 each year sees the "Noche de Rabanos," or "Night of the Radishes" celebration in Oaxaca, Mexico. Artisans and amateurs create intricate displays carved from radishes to enter into the Christmas contest. Special radishes harvested around Dec. 18 are the required medium and give the artists only a few days to get their designs carved and ready for display. Favorite carving designs include nativity scenes, local wildlife and Mayan-inspired images. Source: BBC.com

[Answer] On what day is Christmas celebrated in Bulgaria?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "On what day is Christmas celebrated in Bulgaria?"

...Because the Bulgarian Orthodox Church uses the Gregorian calendar, Christmas falls Dec. 25 each year. This differs from many other Eastern European countries still using the Julian Calendar. This old calendar places Christmas celebrations Jan. 7. Many of Bulgaria's citizens follow the Orthodox Church, so Christmas preparations begin Nov. 15 with Advent. The preparations continue for 40 days. Many Bulgarians continue the tradition of burning a Yule Log on Christmas Eve. Source: WhyChristmas.com

[Answer] 8. Which of these Canadian actors is well known for his roles as "Ace Ventura - Pet Detective" and the Grinch in Dr. Seuss's "How the Grinch Stole Christmas"?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "8. Which of these Canadian actors is well known for his roles as "Ace Ventura - Pet Detective" and the Grinch in Dr. Seuss's "How the Grinch Stole Christmas"?"

...1. Dan Aykroyd 2. Jim Carrey 3. Eugene Levy 4. Michael J. Fox James Eugene Redmond Carrey was born in Newmarket, Ontario in 1962. He is a popular film actor as well as a comedian. From the time he was very young, he was a performer and tried make anyone and everyone laugh. In the early 1980s, he was noticed by Rodney Dangerfield, while working in "The Comedy Store" in Los Angeles and was asked to open a tour for Dangerfield. That was a success and shortly after, his movie career took off. He has starred in over twenty movies, including "The Mask", "Dumb and Dumber", "Liar, Liar", "Man on the Moon" and "The Cable Guy", to name a few. Carrey has won six Golden Globe Awards for Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture, one Screen Actors Guild Award for his role in "Man on the Moon", two People's Choice Awards. He has also been nominated for more than twenty MTV Movie Awards, winning at least ten. One of these nominations was for Best Kiss with Jennifer Aniston in "Bruce Almighty".