Christmas Crossword

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  1. 5. An evergreen tree which people decorate with lights, tinsel, etc. at Christmas.
  2. 9. Large bird traditionally eaten at Christmas.
  3. 10. A vertical structure which extends through the roof of a house and allows smoke to escape from the fireplace. Santa Claus (Father Christmas) traditionally enters the house through the chimney.
  4. 11. A plant with evergreen leaves and white berries, traditionally used as a Christmas decoration. When two people walk under the plant, they are supposed to kiss.
  5. 12. Evergreen shrub (кустарник) with red berries used for decoration at Christmas.
  6. 13. A joyful traditional song or hymn sung at Christmas.
Down
  1. 1. A large deer with branching antlers (рога) found in some cold climates, and thought to pull Santa's sleigh.
  2. 2. Something sent to family and friends at Christmas.
  3. 3. A decorated cardboard tube wrapped in paper that makes a sharp explosive noise ('crack') and releases a small gift when two people pull it apart.
  4. 4. Circular band of flowers or leaves used to decorate the front door of homes at Christmas.
  5. 5. The annual (ежегодный) celebration by Christians of the birth of Jesus Christ on December 25.
  6. 6. A sledge or light cart pulled by horses or reindeer over snow and ice.
  7. 7. A round stick of wax with a central wick (фитиль) which is lit to give light as it burns.
  8. 8. A glittering material produced in strips and used for decoration at Christmas.