Christmas

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  1. 2. A depiction of Jesus’s birth scene.
  2. 3. Where Santa is said to enter homes to deliver gifts.
  3. 7. A heavenly being often depicted on Christmas trees.
  4. 8. A sock-like decoration filled with small gifts.
  5. 12. A symbol of light used in decorations and religious ceremonies.
  6. 13. A traditional Christmas meal in Ireland and the UK.
  7. 14. An item given to show love and appreciation during Christmas.
  8. 15. Shiny material used to decorate Christmas trees.
  9. 16. A figure made of snow, often with a carrot nose.
  10. 18. Traditional Christmas songs sung during the festive season.
  11. 20. A helper of Santa Claus in Christmas folklore.
  12. 21. The period leading up to Christmas, marked by calendars or wreaths.
  13. 23. Decorative items for Christmas trees.
  14. 25. A popular Christmas dish in the USA.
  15. 26. A Christian feast celebrating the visit of the Magi to baby Jesus.
  16. 28. Day A holiday celebrated on December 26th in many countries.
  17. 29. A decorative string made of greenery or tinsel.
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  1. 1. The trough where baby Jesus was laid.
  2. 3. Party favors containing a small gift and a joke, popular in the UK.
  3. 4. A gift brought by the Wise Men to baby Jesus.
  4. 5. A decorated evergreen tree, central to celebrations.
  5. 6. A person who tends sheep, present in the Nativity story.
  6. 9. A plant under which people traditionally kiss.
  7. 10. A decorative ornament for Christmas trees.
  8. 11. Santa’s flying helpers that pull his sleigh.
  9. 17. Pole: Santa’s home and workshop in popular culture.
  10. 19. A spiky plant with red berries used for decorations.
  11. 22. A greeting card sent during the festive season.
  12. 24. A meringue dessert popular in Australia during Christmas.
  13. 27. Claus: The jolly figure who delivers gifts to children.