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What flavor of Pop-Tarts does Buddy use in his spaghetti?
What flavor of Pop-Tarts does Buddy use in his spaghetti?
Where does Buddy get his name?
Where does Buddy get his name?
From his diapers.
What store does Buddy get a job at?
What store does Buddy get a job at?
Gimbels.
What message is on the gift tag on the gift Buddy buys for his dad?
What message is on the gift tag on the gift Buddy buys for his dad?
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What is Buddy's real dad's first name?
What is Buddy's real dad's first name?
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What is the name of the man trying to give Walter Hobbs ideas for a new story?
What is the name of the man trying to give Walter Hobbs ideas for a new story?
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What does Santa's sleigh rely on to make it fly?
What does Santa's sleigh rely on to make it fly?
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At Gimbels, what does Buddy make out of Legos?
At Gimbels, what does Buddy make out of Legos?
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Where don't a lot of people believe in Santa?
Where don't a lot of people believe in Santa?
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What animal attacks Buddy when he tries to give it a hug?
What animal attacks Buddy when he tries to give it a hug?
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What is Walter Hobbs' youngest son's name?
What is Walter Hobbs' youngest son's name?
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What does Buddy say that the fake Santa smells like?
What does Buddy say that the fake Santa smells like?
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What kind of car does Buddy keep either getting hit by or avoiding?
What kind of car does Buddy keep either getting hit by or avoiding?
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What toy draws baby Buddy to climb into Santa's sack?
What toy draws baby Buddy to climb into Santa's sack?
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What's the first rule in the Code of the Elves?
What's the first rule in the Code of the Elves?
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When he is running through the North Pole, upset after he finds out he is human, Buddy is asked if he wants to pick what?
When he is running through the North Pole, upset after he finds out he is human, Buddy is asked if he wants to pick what?
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Buddy tries what kind of fruit spray in the department store?
Buddy tries what kind of fruit spray in the department store?
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What is the snowman from the North Pole's name?
What is the snowman from the North Pole's name?
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Who is coming to Gimbel's the day after Buddy gets there?
Who is coming to Gimbel's the day after Buddy gets there?
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What is drawn on the Etch-a-Sketch that hangs on the tree after Buddy decorates the store?
What is drawn on the Etch-a-Sketch that hangs on the tree after Buddy decorates the store?
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What song does Jovie get the crowd to sing, so more people will believe in Santa?
What song does Jovie get the crowd to sing, so more people will believe in Santa?
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What was Buddy's mother's name?
What was Buddy's mother's name?
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What did the little girl at the doctor's office tell Buddy she wanted for Christmas?
What did the little girl at the doctor's office tell Buddy she wanted for Christmas?
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What did Buddy eat at the doctor's office?
What did Buddy eat at the doctor's office?
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What did Buddy say when he answered the phone at his father's office?
What did Buddy say when he answered the phone at his father's office?
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What was the last thing shown in the movie?
What was the last thing shown in the movie?
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Where did Buddy's dad work?
Where did Buddy's dad work?
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Who was the intercom lady at Buddy's dad's office?
Who was the intercom lady at Buddy's dad's office?
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When in New York City, how did Buddy describe the toilets?
When in New York City, how did Buddy describe the toilets?
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Where did Santa's sleigh break down?
Where did Santa's sleigh break down?
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What job did Buddy do, after failing at making toys?
What job did Buddy do, after failing at making toys?
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What was the name of the boy on the fake Santa's lap?
What was the name of the boy on the fake Santa's lap?
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What did it say on the wall of the prison cell, to the left of Buddy?
What did it say on the wall of the prison cell, to the left of Buddy?
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Who plays the character Buddy the Elf?
Who plays the character Buddy the Elf?
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What was Santa Claus doing while baby Buddy was crawling into his toy sack at the orphanage?
What was Santa Claus doing while baby Buddy was crawling into his toy sack at the orphanage?
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Who raised Buddy?
Who raised Buddy?
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What toy was Buddy making where he failed to meet his daily quota?
What toy was Buddy making where he failed to meet his daily quota?
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Jon Favreau, the director of 'Elf,' makes a cameo appearance in what role?
Jon Favreau, the director of 'Elf,' makes a cameo appearance in what role?
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What does Buddy craft from the wooden furniture in his bedroom?
What does Buddy craft from the wooden furniture in his bedroom?
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Where does Jovie take Buddy to see a big, beautiful Christmas tree?
Where does Jovie take Buddy to see a big, beautiful Christmas tree?
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In Buddy's farewell note to Walter, Emily and Michael, what does he apologize for cramming into the VCR?
In Buddy's farewell note to Walter, Emily and Michael, what does he apologize for cramming into the VCR?
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What does Buddy's brother Michael want for Christmas?
What does Buddy's brother Michael want for Christmas?
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In the department store, what did Buddy make the snow out of?
In the department store, what did Buddy make the snow out of?
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Who are the Hobbs?
Who are the Hobbs?
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What are the four main food groups?
What are the four main food groups?
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What does Buddy want to do with his father for two hours?
What does Buddy want to do with his father for two hours?
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How old was Buddy's papa when he made Master Tinker?
How old was Buddy's papa when he made Master Tinker?
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In Manhattan, who is Santa afraid of?
In Manhattan, who is Santa afraid of?
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What was the news reporter's name?
What was the news reporter's name?
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Who narrated the story?
Who narrated the story?
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What news station covered the sleigh crash at the end of the movie?
What news station covered the sleigh crash at the end of the movie?
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The Central Park Rangers crowd control tactics are still under investigation from which concert?
The Central Park Rangers crowd control tactics are still under investigation from which concert?
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The movie was released in November of what year?
The movie was released in November of what year?
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Who was the director of the movie?
Who was the director of the movie?
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Buddy meets a girl who he likes and they get married at the end of the movie. What was her name?
Buddy meets a girl who he likes and they get married at the end of the movie. What was her name?
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Who played the role of Buddy's biological father, Walter Hobbs?
Who played the role of Buddy's biological father, Walter Hobbs?
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Study Notes
Buddy the Elf's Quirks and Traits
- Buddy enjoys spaghetti covered in chocolate syrup and Pop-Tarts, adhering to the elf food groups (candy, candy corn, syrup, and sugar).
- The name "Buddy" comes from the words "Little Buddy Diapers" found on his diapers, assumed by other elves.
- He works in the toy department of Gimbels and has a unique perspective on Christmas.
Family Connections
- Buddy's biological father is Walter Hobbs, and he later finds out his mother was Susan Wells.
- Walter's youngest son is named Michael, who desires a skateboard for Christmas.
Notable Interactions
- Buddy's encounter with Miles Finch, a short man, leads to a humorous argument and physical altercation.
- He mistakenly believes the fake Santa smells like beef and cheese.
Iconic Moments
- Santa's sleigh relies on Christmas spirit to fly and broke down in Central Park due to low spirit levels.
- At Gimbels, Buddy creates a Lego replica of New York City and makes "snow" out of pillow stuffing.
Miscellaneous Fun Facts
- The snowman mentioned is named Leon, who interacts with Buddy during his emotional turmoil.
- Buddy's antics result in him tackling a fake Santa, getting arrested, and seeking forgiveness for cramming cookies into the VCR.
Movie Insights
- The director of "Elf" is Jon Favreau, who also makes a cameo as a doctor.
- The film was released in November 2003 and features a narrator named Papa Elf.
- The last scene features Buddy, Jovie, and their child at the North Pole, emphasizing family and tradition.
Cultural References
- A pivotal moment is the singing of "Santa Claus is Comin' to Town" to spread Christmas cheer.
- The Central Park Rangers' crowd control tactics were under investigation from a concert involving Simon & Garfunkel.
Humor and Challenges
- Buddy humorously describes New York toilets as "ginormous" and struggles with adapting to the city life.
- His failure at toy-making leads him to switch to toy testing, where he is notably frightened by jack-in-the-boxes.
Summary of Elvish Philosophy
- The first rule in the Code of the Elves is to "treat every day like Christmas," showcasing their cheerful disposition.
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Test your knowledge about the movie 'Elf' with these fun trivia flashcards! Discover the quirky details about Buddy the Elf and his unconventional eating habits. Perfect for fans of holiday movies and festive fun!
