Elf Flashcards

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What are the three rules in 'The Code of Elves'?

Treat every day like it's Christmas

There's room for everyone on the nice list

The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear

All of the above (correct)

How tall is Buddy?

6'3"

When did Buddy grow a beard?

When he was 15

Who are Buddy's real parents?

Walter Hobbs and Susan Wells Signup and view all the answers

Where does Buddy's dad work/live?

The Empire State Building in New York City Signup and view all the answers

Who tells Buddy 'Don't eat the yellow snow'?

Leon the Snowman from Rudolf Signup and view all the answers

What does Santa tell Buddy before he leaves?

If you see gum on the street, leave it, it's not free candy and Your father is on the nice list Signup and view all the answers

How did Buddy get to the North Pole?

When Santa was leaving presents for an orphanage, Buddy crawled inside his bag of toys Signup and view all the answers

Why is Buddy's name Buddy?

His diaper read 'Little Buddy Diapers' Signup and view all the answers

Who adopted Buddy?

Papa Elf Signup and view all the answers

How fast did Buddy grow?

Twice as fast as other elves Signup and view all the answers

What is the main character's name?

Buddy Signup and view all the answers

How did Buddy find out he was a human?

He overheard two elves talking Signup and view all the answers

What impractical thing does Buddy do with Papa Elf even though he is too big?

He sits on his lap Signup and view all the answers

What does Papa Elf give Buddy to show him where his dad lives?

A snow globe of the city Signup and view all the answers

How does Buddy get to NYC?

By floating on a stray platform of ice and walking the rest of the way Signup and view all the answers

What animal does Buddy run into and what happens?

When Buddy sees a raccoon he tries to hug it and gets attacked by it Signup and view all the answers

How many Etch-a-Sketches did Buddy make, vs. how many should he have?

85 vs. 1000 Signup and view all the answers

What job is Buddy transferred to?

Toy testing Jack in the boxes Signup and view all the answers

What are Buddy's 'special talents'?

Replacing the batteries in the smoke detector and singing a lower octave in the choir (Baritone) Signup and view all the answers

What name did Buddy call himself?

A Cotton-headed ninny muggins Signup and view all the answers

Who is in the first scene?

Papa Elf because he is telling the story Signup and view all the answers

What did they try to use for the job of helping Santa and why didn't they work out?

Trolls and Gnomes, Gnomes drank too much and Trolls weren't 'toilet trained' Signup and view all the answers

What are the three jobs an elf can have? Which is the best? Which is the most dangerous?

Making gifts for Christmas (best) Signup and view all the answers

Who plays Buddy?

Will Ferrell Signup and view all the answers

Who plays Walter?

James Caan Signup and view all the answers

Who directs the movie?

Jon Favreau Signup and view all the answers

Who plays Jovie?

Zooey Deschanel Signup and view all the answers

Who played Santa?

Edward Asner Signup and view all the answers

Who played Papa Elf?

Bob Newhart Signup and view all the answers

When did the movie come out?

2003 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Code of Elves

Three core rules:
- Treat every day like it's Christmas
- There's room for everyone on the nice list
- Best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear

Buddy's Characteristics

Buddy's height is 6'3"
He grew a beard at age 15
Grows twice as fast as other elves

Family and Background

Real parents: Walter Hobbs and Susan Wells
Adopted by Papa Elf
Name "Buddy" originated from his diaper reading "Little Buddy Diapers"

Buddy's Journey

Transports to the North Pole by crawling into Santa's bag meant for an orphanage
Reaches New York City by floating on ice and walking
Encounters a raccoon, attempting to hug it but gets attacked

Buddy's Experiences at the North Pole

Made 85 Etch-a-Sketches when expected to make 1000
Given the job of toy testing Jack-in-the-boxes
Special talents include replacing smoke detector batteries and singing baritone

Buddy's Adventures in NYC

Receives a snow globe from Papa Elf to find his father
Ignored advice about not eating the yellow snow from Leon the Snowman

Film Details

Main character: Buddy, played by Will Ferrell
Walter Hobbs: portrayed by James Caan
Jovie: played by Zooey Deschanel
Santa: Edward Asner
Papa Elf: Bob Newhart
Directed by Jon Favreau
Film released in 2003

Miscellaneous Facts

First scene features Papa Elf narrating the story
Tried using trolls and gnomes for Santa's help; trolls weren't toilet trained and gnomes drank too much
Elf jobs:
- Making gifts (best job)
- Making shoes (while cobblers sleep)
- Making cookies in a tree (most dangerous job)
Buddy refers to himself as a "Cotton-headed ninny muggins"

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Test your knowledge of the beloved holiday film 'Elf' with these flashcards. Recall important details about Buddy the Elf, his family, and the magical Code of Elves. Perfect for fans of Christmas movies and trivia!