April Crossword Challenge

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Across
  1. 2. This state held the largest easter egg hunt ever.
  2. 3. These beautiful blooms first originated in Japan and arrived in England in the late 18th century.
  3. 5. The woven treat containers represent birds' nests and new life, especially when filled to the brim with eggs.
  4. 8. The holiday was named after the Anglo-Saxon goddess Eostre.
  5. 11. Added the 30th day to the april calendar month.
  6. 14. This particular activity is banned in Germany on easter.
  7. 15. Until the depositor came along, how many hours did it take to make 1 peep?
  8. 17. Which country brought the idea of decorating eggs to the U.S.
Down
  1. 1. Good Friday is recognized as a holiday in only how many states.
  2. 4. The world's tallest easter egg was made here in 2011
  3. 6. Have been seen as ancient symbol of fertility, while springtime is considered to bring new life and rebirth
  4. 7. This company unveiled the first Mustang on April 17, 1964.
  5. 9. This large and beautiful vessel hit an iceberg and sunk on her first and only voyage.
  6. 10. This is the birthstone of April
  7. 12. This famous playwrite was born in April
  8. 13. Is referred to as a time of fasting, but participants focus more on giving up one significant indulgence.
  9. 16. The idea of the Easter animal delivering candy and eggs originated in Germany during the Middle Ages, with the first written mention of this tradition dating back to the 16th century.