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The holidays are here if you haven’t noticed. With everything on your mind please remember to be safe. State Farm has provided us with some tips to keep you and your family out of harms way during this season. Can you answer these questions?

Q: What are the most common causes of holiday fires in residences?

A: Overloaded electric outlets & faulty wires

Q: How long does it take for a dry Christmas tree to ignite in flames?

A: 7-10 seconds

Q: Name four holiday plant decorations that are toxic to humans and pets.

A: Holly Berries, Jerusalem Cherry, Mistletoe and Poinsettia

Q: How many home burglaries does the FBI report in November and December alone?

A: Nearly 400,000!

Q: Which age groups are at the greatest risk of toy-related injuries?

A: Infants and toddlers

Here are some additional tips from State Farm Insurance pertaining to these quiz questions to make sure everyone stays safe this holiday season.

  • Water your Christmas tree! To help keep your tree fresh, the National Christmas Tree Association recommends adding one quart of water per day for each inch of the trunk’s diameter.
  • Make sure your home is childproof: Keep decorations with small parts out of kid’s reach as well as dangerous decorative plants such as Mistletoe, holly berries and Jerusalem cherries which can be poisonous if consumed in large amounts.
  • Don’t let your garbage advertise your new gadgets: Setting out a box with the picture of a giant TV on it is a prime invitation for burglars


Not only did our friends at State Farm provide us with some great tips but they also partnered with us to host a great giveaway! Two (2) lucky winners will receive a $50 dollar Amazon.com gift card.

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Comments (46)

  1. PatriciaW Wednesday - 21 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    Good, helpful information during the holiday season.  No reason to experience tragedies that can be avoided.
  2. Tamikeys Wednesday - 21 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I didnt do to well on the State Farm safety Questions, but at least  I know now!
  3. Guest Wednesday - 21 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    Good tips for pet owners!
  4. Aisha Greene Wednesday - 21 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I did ok with the State Farm questions - I'd give myself a B plus - but now - I will get an A!
  5. Sydney60171 Wednesday - 21 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    thank you for the great safety tips this holiday season!!!
  6. Hewella1 Wednesday - 21 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I did ok on the State Farm questions. I learned some things though.
  7. Anonymous Wednesday - 21 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    Not very well. But I learned a lot
  8. ichoosethesun Wednesday - 21 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    2 out of 5 isn't bad considering I learned 3 new things ;-)
  9. Jason and Anna Pry Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    didn't know the answers
  10. Anonymous Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I did two right. Learned a lot, great tips.
  11. Historyphd Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    The tips were a nice reminder of what I should do to stay safe.
  12. Jodi Dawson Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    Wow, I did not do very well.   I am glad that I don't have a real christmas tree!   I never knew that a Poinsettia was poisonous!  
  13. Gina Maddox Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I didn't do so well, so it was very informative!!!  Thanks for the chance to win! gina.m.maddox (AT) gmail (DOT) com
  14. Andrea Martinez Julian Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I don't think I did very well at all, but very informative.
  15. Janetfaye Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I only knew one of the tips and the rest are good to know.       janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com
  16. Mami2jcn Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I definitely knew about the toddlers being at risk.  I didn't know the other answers. I'm entering the rafflecopter with my FB username Mary Happymommy.
  17. kjasus Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    i knew 3 of the questions
  18. Lynda Del Castillo Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I didn't do so well, but you live and learn.   Stay safe, everyone!
  19. Anonymous Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I didn't do well on the questions but I feel better knowing the answers now! Amanda S
  20. Tracietrump Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I did well I am a preschool teacher so I am pretty knowledgable about safety!   tracietrump@yahoo.com
  21. Ebartz09 Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    Great Safety Tips!
  22. Stacy Taylor Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I got most of the questions wrong!   But, now I know better.   Thanks for the info and for the giveaway!
  23. courtney b Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    i liked them! i just had a new baby and we have pets so these always come in handy
  24. NathanD Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    good tips but it's a comfort to have insurance for those that decide to go Christmas shopping under my tree :)
  25. jacque thomas Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    did not do well but now i know better thanks
  26. Janeria Dunlap Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I did terribly but I know now!
  27. Louis Huffmire Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    thank you and State Farm for this safety reminder. I didn't answer all questions correct but learned a great deal
  28. Lilnursejen Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I did pretty well-glad to refresh my memory though!
  29. Tina M Thursday - 22 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I did not do well  
  30. Mandy Friday - 23 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I didnt do so hot, haha
  31. Qiana Lawery Friday - 23 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    These are great tips from State Farm. I definitely learned some new info!
  32. Karin Friday - 23 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    Didn't do as well as I should've.
  33. Howardreviews Friday - 23 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    not as good as i should have ;-p
  34. Laura Friday - 23 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    Did pretty well with the safety questions! Thanks for the tips. Have a great holiday.
  35. Mrstrellwill Friday - 23 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    These were great reminders especially not leaving out boxes advertising your new gadgets!
  36. Missqtpye Friday - 23 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    Didn't do so well, but learned alot!  Thanks for the info!
  37. Monyca Henderson Friday - 23 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    Didn't do so well on most, but learned a lot.  Thanks for the info!
  38. Jazz Friday - 23 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    Had no idea Jerusalem Cherries were poisonous! Must keep my little puppy away from all of the different holiday decor in my home!
  39. LisaR. Sunday - 25 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    Good tips for pet owners and families!
  40. Ashley C Sunday - 25 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    We were careful about why boxes we put out to the road, especially because we just moved to our first house and we have a lot of new stuff Demureprincess7(at)gmail(dot)com
  41. Wendy Lindsey Tuesday - 27 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I did pretty good. My kids have been educating me every since they took a fire safety course. I have two little fire deputies on duty 24/7. lol I did learn a few things here though! Thx for the info and for the giveway! Had never thought about a dry Christmas tree being a fire hazard. Yikes! welindsey at gmail dot com
  42. Mselys Tuesday - 27 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    Great Holiday Tips
  43. Suzanne Tuesday - 27 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I got the first and last questions--the rest were new to me, thanks.
  44. tanya Wednesday - 28 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I did ok.  didnt get all of them correct
  45. Deanna G. Wednesday - 28 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I did okay. Good to know!
  46. Rondah Thursday - 29 / 12 / 2011 Reply
    I didnt do well at all

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