The Impossible Quizmas Quiz

1. A Jonas brother recently got married to my namesake. He is going to love her like, like it's always Christmas Eve. What is her maiden name?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dkut3XLIVrI

Explanation

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dkut3XLIVrI

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2. What tree did some early settlers refer to as 'Antipodean holly'?

Pōhutukawa

Rātā

Kōwhai

Kākābeak

Pōhutukawa is the correct answer because it is a tree that some early settlers referred to as "Antipodean holly". This tree is native to New Zealand and is known for its vibrant red flowers, which bloom during the Christmas season. The Pōhutukawa tree is often associated with the holiday season in New Zealand, similar to how holly is associated with Christmas in other parts of the world.

Explanation

Pōhutukawa is the correct answer because it is a tree that some early settlers referred to as "Antipodean holly". This tree is native to New Zealand and is known for its vibrant red flowers, which bloom during the Christmas season. The Pōhutukawa tree is often associated with the holiday season in New Zealand, similar to how holly is associated with Christmas in other parts of the world.

3. Which singer, with children Luna and Miles, released a Christmas album recently?

David Archuleta

Eric Clapton

John Legend

Jessie J

A Legendary Christmas is the sixth studio album and first Christmas album by American singer John Legend, it was released on October 26, 2018.

Explanation

A Legendary Christmas is the sixth studio album and first Christmas album by American singer John Legend, it was released on October 26, 2018.

4. In Love Actually, what does Karen's daughter play in the school nativity?

A donkey

Jesus

First lobster

Third angel

In the movie Love Actually, Karen's daughter plays the role of the first lobster in the school nativity. This is a humorous and memorable moment in the film, as it adds a comedic touch to the traditional nativity scene. The first lobster is not a typical character in the nativity story, which makes it stand out and adds to the charm of the movie.

Explanation

In the movie Love Actually, Karen's daughter plays the role of the first lobster in the school nativity. This is a humorous and memorable moment in the film, as it adds a comedic touch to the traditional nativity scene. The first lobster is not a typical character in the nativity story, which makes it stand out and adds to the charm of the movie.

5. In Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas, what is the name of Jack Skellington's love interest?

Shelly

Stacy

Cindy

Sally

In Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas, Jack Skellington's love interest is named Sally.

Explanation

In Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas, Jack Skellington's love interest is named Sally.

6. Christmas is celebrated on the 25th of December. Who is the patron saint remembered on the 26th of December?

Peter

Stephen

Andrew

Vincent

Stephen is the patron saint remembered on the 26th of December. This is because on this day, Christians commemorate the Feast of Stephen, also known as Boxing Day. Stephen was one of the first Christian martyrs and is considered a saint in the Catholic and Orthodox traditions. His story is recorded in the New Testament, where he was stoned to death for his faith. Therefore, Stephen is associated with the 26th of December in Christian tradition.

Explanation

Stephen is the patron saint remembered on the 26th of December. This is because on this day, Christians commemorate the Feast of Stephen, also known as Boxing Day. Stephen was one of the first Christian martyrs and is considered a saint in the Catholic and Orthodox traditions. His story is recorded in the New Testament, where he was stoned to death for his faith. Therefore, Stephen is associated with the 26th of December in Christian tradition.

7. Select the two of the reindeers that are named after weather phenomenon.

Blitzen

Comet

Cupid

Dasher

Prancer

Vixen

Dancer

Donner

Donner, which means thunder in German, and Blitzen, which means lightning

Explanation

Donner, which means thunder in German, and Blitzen, which means lightning

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8. Which country does St. Nicholas originally belong to?

Netherlands

Albania

Israel

Turkey

St. Nicholas was born circa 280 in Patara, Lycia, an area that is part of present-day Turkey

Explanation

St. Nicholas was born circa 280 in Patara, Lycia, an area that is part of present-day Turkey

9. Select the two Summer ice cream flavours that Tip Top recently released.

Cola Spider

Passionfruit Ripple

Chocolate and Pretzel

Kiwifruit Pavlova

Summer Nectarine

I would encourage everyone to go out and try these two flavours. Not only are they delicious, they were made by my friend :)

Explanation

I would encourage everyone to go out and try these two flavours. Not only are they delicious, they were made by my friend :)

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10. Santa Claus made his commercial New Zealand debut in which year?

1865

1894

1902

1904

Santa Claus made his commercial debut in New Zealand in 1894 when he took his place, complete with tree and toys, among the furniture in the Wellington DIC store on Lambton Quay.

Explanation

Santa Claus made his commercial debut in New Zealand in 1894 when he took his place, complete with tree and toys, among the furniture in the Wellington DIC store on Lambton Quay.