A Christmas Story (1983) Trivia — 10 Questions & Answers
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Hosting a Christmas party and want a game with real holiday spirit? These 10 free A Christmas Story trivia questions celebrate Ralphie's quest and all the classic moments. Read them around the table and see who remembers the leg lamp best.
10 Free A Christmas Story (1983) Trivia Questions
Read each question aloud and let everyone guess. Click "Show Answer" to reveal it. No sign-up, no download, just holiday fun.
1. What store has the big holiday window display Ralphie and his friends admire?
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Higbee’s
2. What does Ralphie’s mother make Randy wear during winter?
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Snowsuit
3. What animal noise does Mrs. Parker encourage Randy to make while eating?
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Pig
4. What gift does Ralphie’s aunt send him that he’s forced to wear?
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Pink bunny suit
5. What is the name of the fictional town where the sequel is set, just like the original?
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Hohman
6. What popular horror film did director Bob Clark previously direct before A Christmas Story?
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Black Christmas
7. What is the nickname given to the neighbor’s dogs that ruin Christmas dinner?
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Bumpus hounds
8. What item is used to punish Ralphie after he curses?
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Soap
9. What is the major prop used during the soap punishment scene?
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Lifebuoy soap
10. What type of stocking is the leg lamp wearing?
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Fishnet
How to Host a A Christmas Story (1983) Trivia Night
You do not need any special equipment. These tips work for a living room, a classroom, or a bar back room:
- Split into teams of 3 to 5. Mixed teams keep things fair and fun. Let guests pick team names from the theme for extra laughs.
- Read each question twice. Especially in a noisy room. A phone speaker or small Bluetooth speaker helps everyone hear.
- Keep score on paper. One point per correct answer. Announce standings halfway through to keep the energy up.
- Have a small prize ready. Candy, a goofy trophy, or first pick of dessert. A last-place prize keeps the mood light.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many A Christmas Story trivia questions per round?
Ten to 15 per round, three or four rounds. The movie is full of quotable moments, so a finish-the-quote round works great. Save the behind-the-scenes and filming questions for the final round.
When is the best time to run it?
December, with the week of Christmas being peak. The movie's marathon tradition makes Christmas Day itself a natural fit, and the days right after draw strong crowds too.
Is A Christmas Story trivia family-friendly?
Mostly yes. The film is gentle overall, but it has a little mild language and the famous soap punishment scene. For kids' events, keep questions focused on Ralphie, the gifts, and the funny moments.
Want the whole Ralphie experience? The A Christmas Story (1983) Trivia Night Theme Pack on Cheap Trivia has the full 40-plus question set for your holiday party. For hosting tips and 12 more sample questions, see our companion guide “A Christmas Story (1983) Trivia Questions & Answers” on the Cheap Trivia blog.
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