The holiday season is all about joy, celebration, and connection. Whether it's with family, friends, or colleagues, Christmas brings us together in so many wonderful ways. And what better way to add fun to your holiday gatherings than with a spirited round of a Christmas trivia quiz?
From Christmas song trivia to hard-hitting questions for the seasoned quizzer, we've got you covered. Perfect for running interactive quizzes in presentations! So, gather around, test your festive knowledge, and maybe even learn a thing or two with our curated list of over 40 Christmas trivia questions and answers.
Christmas Song Trivia
"White Christmas" by Bing Crosby is the best-selling single of all time, with sales in excess of 50 million copies worldwide. Guinness World Records
1. What is claimed to be the best-selling Christmas single in history?
A: "White Christmas" by Bing Crosby.
2. In "The Twelve Days of Christmas," what is given on the 7th day?
A: Swans a-swimming.
3. Which Christmas song contains the lyric "Everyone dancing merrily in the new old-fashioned way"?
A: "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree."
4. Who originally sang "All I Want For Christmas Is You"?
A: Mariah Carey.
5. What Christmas song did James Lord Pierpont compose in 1857?
A: "Jingle Bells."
6. What is the name of the song that plays at the end of "A Charlie Brown Christmas"? A: "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing."
7. Who wrote "The Little Drummer Boy"?
A: Katherine K. Davis.
8. What is the name of the song that plays during the opening credits of "It's a Wonderful Life"?
A: "O Holy Night."
9. Which Christmas carol has been recorded by more than 500 artists?
A: "Silent Night."
Christmas Music Trivia
10. Who composed the music for "The Nutcracker"?
A: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.
11. In which language was "Silent Night" first written?
A: German.
12. Which famous composer wrote "Hallelujah Chorus"?
A: George Frideric Handel.
13. Whose 1987 single was "Fairytale of New York"?
A: The Pogues featuring Kirsty MacColl.
14. Who had a hit with "Last Christmas"?
A: Wham!
15. Who wrote the lyrics to "White Christmas"?
A: Irving Berlin.
16. What is the name of the song that plays during the opening credits of "It's a Wonderful Life"?
A: "O Holy Night."
17. Which Christmas carol has been recorded by more than 500 artists?
A: "Silent Night."
Christmas Ice Breakers Game at Table
Games and icebreakers are proven to improve communication in groups by 30%, which is why they are so effective at holiday parties. Related Comms Study
Why not create an icebreaker poll or be inspired by even more icebreaker questions to use as live polls in your presentations?
18. If you could be one of Santa’s elves, what would your special elf skill be?
19. What’s the weirdest gift you’ve ever received?
20. Which Christmas movie character do you relate to the most?
21. What’s your favorite Christmas dessert?
22. If you could spend Christmas anywhere in the world, where would it be?
23. What’s the best Christmas present you’ve ever received?
24. What’s your favorite holiday tradition?
25. If you could have any Christmas wish come true, what would it be?
26. What’s your favorite holiday song?
27. What’s the most embarrassing thing that’s ever happened to you at a Christmas party?
Office Party Games: Christmas Edition
The Office Christmas Party Names
A survey found that 65% of companies plan to hold an office Christmas party, with most having creative themes or unique names. Bloomberg
You can also use polls as festive jokes. A great way to break the ice at an office party! Here's an example of one:
28. What humorous name could you give an office Christmas party?
A: "The Jingle Mingle Mixer."
Office Christmas Party Games
You can also use polls as festive jokes. A great way to break the ice at an office party! Here's an example of one:
29. Name a popular game to play at office Christmas parties.
A: "White Elephant Gift Exchange."
All Hands & Company Christmas Party Games
30. What’s a fun trivia-based game for a company Christmas party?
A: "Christmas Charades with a festive twist."
Christmas Trivia Games and Quiz
Christmas Song Trivia Game
31. How does "Frosty the Snowman" come to life in the famous song?
A: An old silk hat.
Holiday Trivia: Movie and Hard Questions
Christmas Movie Trivia Questions and Answers
"Home Alone" remains one of the highest-grossing Christmas movies of all time, with a worldwide gross of over $476 million. Box Office Mojo
32. What is the name of the main character in "Elf"?
A: Buddy.
33. In "Home Alone," where are the McCallisters going on vacation when they leave Kevin behind?
A: Paris.
34. Who played George Bailey in "It's a Wonderful Life"?
A: James Stewart.
35. In "The Polar Express," what is "The First Gift of Christmas"?
A: A bell from Santa’s sleigh.
36. Which actor plays six roles in "The Christmas Chronicles"?
A: Kurt Russell.
Hard Christmas Trivia
37. What traditional Christmas decoration is actually a parasitic plant?
A: Mistletoe.
38. What Christmas-themed ballet premiered in Saint Petersburg, Russia in 1892?
A: The Nutcracker.
39. Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
A: Germany.
40. What were Frosty the Snowman’s last words?
A: "I’ll be back again someday."
41. What fruit is used to make a traditional Christingle?
A: An orange.
42 What is the name of the reindeer that has a red nose?
A: Rudolph.
43. What is the name of Santa’s wife?
A: Mrs. Claus.
This festive quiz barely scratches the surface of the vast ocean of Christmas trivia out there. Whether you aced all the questions, or found yourself scratching your head a bit, we hope you enjoyed this jolly journey through Christmas past and present. Generate your own festive quiz with Vevox's AI quiz creator. Create quizzes in seconds!
Christimas quiz FAQs
Q: What is the best way to incorporate Christmas song trivia into a holiday party?
A: Consider creating a quiz segment where guests guess the song from audio clips or lyrics. It's a fun and interactive way to test their Christmas music knowledge.
Q: Can you suggest a good Christmas ice breaker game for a dinner table?
A: A simple yet effective game is "Holiday Whispers." Start with a festive phrase and whisper it around the table to see how much it changes by the time it gets back!
Q: How can I make Christmas music trivia more challenging for participants?
A: Add questions about the history of iconic Christmas songs or ask about specific lyrics from lesser-known verses to up the difficulty.
Q: What are some creative ways to engage guests in Christmas trivia games?
A: Use multimedia! Mix in audio clips, visual puzzles, and even tactile challenges (like identifying objects related to Christmas by touch).
Q: Need a unique name for an office Christmas party. Any suggestions?
A: How about "Festive Fête: A Holiday Soirée" or "Miracle at [Company Name]'s Winter Wonderland"?
Creating a festive quiz FAQs
Q: What are some interesting topics to cover in a Christmas quiz?
A: Beyond the classic Christmas history and music, consider including categories on global Christmas traditions, Christmas movies, and winter folklore.
Q: How to organize a Christmas song trivia game remotely?
A: Utilize online meeting platforms. Play snippets of songs or display lyrics on-screen and let participants buzz in with answers.
Q: Where can I find good holiday trivia questions and answers for a Christmas theme?
A: Look for trivia books focused on Christmas, search reputable trivia websites, or curate your own from holiday films, music, and cultural traditions. Alternatively use Vevox's AI quiz creator!
Q: What's a memorable question for a Christmas movie trivia round?
A: Ask about obscure details or quotes from classic films, like "In 'Home Alone,' what is the name of Kevin's neighbor who helps him?"
Q: How can I challenge expert players with hard Christmas trivia questions?
A: Focus on historical facts, obscure Christmas traditions from around the world, and detailed questions about specific scenes in Christmas movies or lyrics in songs. Also add in speed scoring to add more pressure to a quiz!
Christimas games FAQs
Q: What makes a Christmas trivia game stand out?
A: Diversity in questions and including interactive rounds, like identifying Christmas scents or tasting holiday treats blindfolded, can add excitement.
Q: Can you recommend some office Christmas party games that include everyone?
A: Trivia contests, "name that tune" with Christmas music, and holiday-themed charades can be fun and inclusive for all attendees.
Q: What company Christmas party games encourage team building?
A: Organize Christmas-themed escape rooms, scavenger hunts, or building challenges (like gingerbread houses) promoting teamwork.
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Merry Christmas and happy quizzing!
