Christmas vocabulary

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What is the name of the day before Christmas?

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Christmas Eve is the day before Christmas, celebrated on December 24th.

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What is the name of Santa Claus?

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Santa Claus is also known as St. Nicholas, a figure associated with Christmas.

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What are these?

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Snowflakes are ice crystals that fall from the sky during winter.

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What does Rudolph have on his head?

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Rudolph has antlers, which are the bony structures on the heads of male reindeer.

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What are these?

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Candy canes are a type of candy shaped like a cane, often associated with Christmas.

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What is the traditional color of Santa's suit?

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Santa's suit is traditionally red with white fur trim.

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What do people often hang on their Christmas trees?

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People often hang ornaments on their Christmas trees to decorate them.

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What is a popular Christmas song?

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A popular Christmas song is 'Jingle Bells,' which celebrates the joy of the season.

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What do children leave out for Santa on Christmas Eve?

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Children often leave out cookies and milk for Santa Claus on Christmas Eve.

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What is the significance of the star on top of the Christmas tree?

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The star on top of the Christmas tree represents the Star of Bethlehem, which guided the Wise Men.

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