Winter Holidays Around the World

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In the United Kingdom, how do children send their letters to Father Christmas?

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Throwing them into the fireplace

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What is the Filipino decoration called that is used during Christmas?

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Parol

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In Australia, what unusual way might Father Christmas arrive?

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On a surfboard

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Where do people in Japan often eat a special Christmas meal?

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At KFC

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The Winter Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere is significant because it marks:

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The shortest day of the year

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What is a menorah?

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a candelabrum used for Hanukkah

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How are China’s and Japan’s winter solstice celebrations similar?

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They both look forward to days getting longer after the solstice.

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What is the traditional Christmas flower in Mexico?

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Poinsettia

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Which country is known for the tradition of the Yule Goat during Christmas?

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Sweden

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What is the name of the special bread eaten in Italy during Christmas?

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Panettone