Winter Holidays Through the Years: Test Your Festive Knowledge

Ready to jingle all the way through the holiday season? Get into the spirit with our festive holiday trivia challenge that celebrates decades of yuletide memories!

Whether you’re reminiscing about the classic TV specials of the 1950s or the beloved winter holiday traditions that have been celebrated over the years, these holiday trivia questions are perfect for adding some entertainment to the season. From timeless carols to iconic movies, we’ve gathered questions that will spark conversations and maybe even a bit of friendly competition.

Our winter holiday trivia offers more than just testing your memory, though. It’s a wonderful way to share cherished holiday stories, keep your mind sharp, and connect with others over the traditions we’ve all treasured. So pour yourself some cocoa, gather around with loved ones, and prepare for a holly jolly journey through winter holidays past and present!

1. In the beloved classic, “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens, what is Scrooge’s typical response to “Merry Christmas”?

1. Nonsense! 
2. Bah! Humbug! 
3. Rubbish! 
4. Hogwash!

2. Which popular holiday song, written in 1857 and still sung today, was originally intended for Thanksgiving?

1. Jingle Bells
2. Winter Wonderland
3. Joy to the World
4. Silent Night

3. What is the name of the traditional Hanukkah game played with a spinning top?

1. The spinner
2. The trendel
3. The dreidel
4. The twirler

4. In what year was Christmas declared a federal holiday in the U.S.? 

1. 1870
2. 1895
3. 1925
4. 1950

5. The movie Miracle on 34th Street is based on a real-life department store. Which store?

1. Dillard’s 
2. JCPenney
3. Macy’s
4. Sears

6. Elvis isn’t going to have a white Christmas, he’s going to have a….

1. Black Christmas 
2. Green Christmas
3. Gray Christmas
4. Blue Christmas 

7. In the movie, “It’s A Wonderful Life,” what happened every time a bell rang?

1. A wish came true
2. An angel got his wings
3. A star fell from the sky
4. Someone fell in love

8. How many blessings are recited on the first night of Hanukkah?

1. Five
2. Eight
3. One
4. Three

9. What are you supposed to do when you find yourself under the mistletoe?

1. Kiss
2. Hug
3. High-five
4. Nothing

10. The first artificial Christmas tree was made from what?

1. Tinsel
2. Horsehair
3. Goose feathers
4. Woven straw

Let’s Wrap It Up: How Did You Do?

We hope these festive winter trivia questions brought some holiday cheer to your day! Whether you knew every answer or learned something new, the real joy is in celebrating the season and sharing special moments with those around you. 

Don’t let the merriment end here! Pass these holiday trivia questions along to family and friends and see who can claim the title of trivia champion. Wishing you a wonderful season filled with joy and laughter!

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Answers:

1. B) Bah! Humbug! 
2. A) Jingle Bells
3. C) The dreidel 
4. A) 1870
5. C) Macy’s 
6. D) Blue Christmas
7. B) An angel got his wings
8. D) Three 
9. A) Kiss
10. C) Goose feathers