With Hanukkah starting this past Sunday and Christmas, Kwanzaa, and New Year’s all approaching, I thought it would be fun to test your knowledge of these holidays with a bit of trivia! Scroll to the bottom of this blog to read the answers and see how you did!
- Which year did the ball first drop for New Year’s Eve in Times Square?
- When was the first Tournament of Roses Parade on New Year’s Day?
- In “Home Alone,” where are the McAllisters going on Christmas when they leave Kevin behind?
- Which country did eggnog come from?
- Which fairy tale was the first gingerbread house inspired by?
- Three of Santa’s reindeer’s names begin with the letter “D.” What are those names?
- How many candles are there on a menorah?
- Who was the first U.S. President to celebrate Hanukkah at the White House?
- How many days does the Kwanzaa celebration last?
- Which type of food is considered a symbol of Kwanzaa?
ANSWERS:
- 1907
- 1890
- Paris
- England
- Hansel and Gretel
- Dancer, Dasher, Donner
- Nine (remember: one for each of the 8 days of Hanukkah, plus the Shamash used to light the others)
- Harry Truman
- Seven
- Corn
Hopefully, some of these were tough! I know I learned a few things. I hope you all have a safe, warm, and happy holiday season, no matter which ones you celebrate!
