It's not just a Christmas Quiz.........Quiz!

Question 1

In the song “Feliz Navidad,” what does “Feliz Navidad” mean in English?

Accepted Answer

Happy Christmas, Merry Christmas

Question 2

What is the best-selling Christmas single of all time?

Accepted Answer

White Christmas – Bing Crosby

Question 3

Which of the following is the traditional origin of Boxing Day?

Accepted Answer

A day for workers to receive a "Christmas box" from employers

Question 4

Customers are now able to quote & order 10Gb DIA via Engage

Accepted Answer

False

Question 5

Pantomime is a true British Christmas tradition, in what century did the first ever pantomime take place?

Accepted Answer

18th

Question 6

The maximum frame size for NHCS is 9212 Bytes

Accepted Answer

True

Question 7

Paul Young sings the opening line of, "It's Christmas time, there's no need to be afraid"? What lyrics follow this?

Accepted Answer

At Christmas time, we let in light and we banish shade

Question 8

Which British monarch reigned for the longest period in British history before Queen Elizabeth II?

Accepted Answer

Queen Victoria

Question 9

Here's Lisa..........

Accepted Answer

49 days net

Question 10

Next question comes from......

Accepted Answer

1 million homes passed, Appointment of CEO

Question 11

Which European city was host to the 2024 Olympic games?

Accepted Answer

Paris

Question 12

Over to our first special guest......

Accepted Answer

2

Question 13

Over to JC.....

Accepted Answer

Le Mans

Question 14

Which Cricketer achieved the highest individual score ever made in a Test match?

Accepted Answer

Brian Lara

Question 15

A blast from the past for our next question

Accepted Answer

Arabica Beans

Question 16

In the movie Love Actually, which character is dealing with the death of his wife & trying to support his stepson?

Accepted Answer

Daniel

Question 17

In 2024, who became the new team principal for Ferrari after the departure of Mattia Binotto?

Accepted Answer

Frederic Vasseur

Question 18

Which tennis player won the 2024 Wimbledon Women’s Singles title?

Accepted Answer

Barbora Krejcikova

Question 19

In July 24 the business achieved 16% YoY uplift to our NE order volumes, but what month saw the highest volume?

Accepted Answer

July

Question 20

A question from a special little guest

Accepted Answer

Chicken

Question 21

In which country do people celebrate "Día de los Reyes" or "Three Kings' Day" on January 6th?

Accepted Answer

Mexico, All of the above, Spain, Colombia

Question 22

The shortest war in history lasted only 38 minutes?

Accepted Answer

True

Question 23

In which country is Julefrokost a major tradition, often involving herring, cured meats, and snap (a strong spirit)?

Accepted Answer

Denmark

Question 24

Another old friend for the next question....

Accepted Answer

True

Question 25

What country is credited with starting the tradition of the Advent calendar?

Accepted Answer

Germany

Question 26

In the song “Jingle Bells,” the vehicle mentioned is a one horse open cart?

Accepted Answer

False

Question 27

Which Christmas film is based on a short story called The Greatest Gift by Philip Van Doren Stern?

Accepted Answer

It's a wonderful life

Question 28

In Iceland, what do people exchange with one another on Christmas Eve?

Accepted Answer

Books

Question 29

What year did Wham's 'Last Christmas' top the UK Christmas charts?

Accepted Answer

2023

Question 30

In Eastenders Xmas episode 2010, Roni Mitchell swapped her deceased baby with who's child?

Accepted Answer

Kat Slater

Question 31

What is the name of the Christmas figure in Italy who brings gifts to children on the evening of January 5th?

Accepted Answer

La Befana

Question 32

Which Christmas song by Mariah Carey was released in 1994 and became one of the most iconic Christmas songs of all time?

Accepted Answer

All I want for Christmas is you

Question 33

Which TV chef is known for delivering Christmas cooking specials and once showed how to prepare a "turkey crown"?

Accepted Answer

Nigella Lawson

Question 34

From which country does the Poinsettia plant originate?

Accepted Answer

Mexico

Question 35

Which two actresses star as the main characters, Iris and Amanda, in The Holiday?

Accepted Answer

Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet

Question 36

In Japan it is traditional to celebrate Christmas by eating a KFC dinner, a custom that began in the 1970s?

Accepted Answer

True

Question 37

Chris Rea was top to toe in tailbacks?

Accepted Answer

True

Question 38

In which year did the Titanic sink?

Accepted Answer

1912

Question 39

With the recent price rise announcement, if a partner orders U-Flex in Jan/Feb, their bill won't rise in April?

Accepted Answer

False

Question 40

What is traditionally done in the UK when the clock strikes midnight on Christmas Eve?

Accepted Answer

Kiss under the misteltoe

Question 41

Which indigenous South African language is the most widely spoken in the country, with over 9 million speakers?

Accepted Answer

Zulu

Question 42

Why on earth did this ever make it to the UK Christmas Number 1?

Accepted Answer

I'm too young to know or care, I blame Noel Edmunds, I still have PTSD, Your guess is as good as mine

Question 43

Which country has the most time zones?

Accepted Answer

France

Question 44

Name the EC members

Accepted Answer

Jeanie York, Enrique Medina Malo, Jo Bertram

Question 45

In the 2008 Gavin & Stacey Xmas special, what chocolate gift did Ness & Dave Coaches give to everyone?

Accepted Answer

Celebrations

Question 46

What popular Christmas beverage is also known as "Christmas Milk"?

Accepted Answer

Baileys

Question 47

East 17 topped the UK charts for the Christmas Number 1 in 1994, but how many copies did they sell?

Accepted Answer

18 million

Question 48

Mount Everest is located in India.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 49

Who is the current world record holder in the men's 100m sprint?

Accepted Answer

Usain Bolt

Question 50

What is the profession of Ebenezer Scrooge?

Accepted Answer

Moneylender

Question 51

What year was the movie 'Elf' released?

Accepted Answer

2003

Question 52

In Italy, what is the name of the traditional Christmas bread, often enjoyed during the festive season?

Accepted Answer

Panettone

Question 53

In the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas," how many swans a-swimming are there?

Accepted Answer

7

Question 54

Combined how many fixed customer and mobile connections does VMO2 have (as announced in Q3 results)?

Accepted Answer

51.2m

Question 55

What 1996 British Christmas TV special holds the record for the most-watched comedy episode in UK history?

Accepted Answer

Only Fools & Horses

Question 56

What is the significance of the Yule log in Christmas traditions?

Accepted Answer

It symbolizes the return of the sun and is often burned at Christmas.

Question 57

Which British Prime Minister introduced the tradition of the Christmas broadcast on television?

Accepted Answer

Winston Churchill

Question 58

Friend of the team.....

Accepted Answer

Best company to work for

Question 59

In the 1990 blockbuster Home Alone, what were the names of Kevin McAllister's parents?

Accepted Answer

Kate & Peter

Question 60

What is the scientific name for this popular Christmas plant?

Accepted Answer

Ilex Aquifolium

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