Christmas!

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  1. 2. and nuts What were the first decorations used on Christmas trees?
  2. 4. what state was the first to recognize Christmas as an official holiday?
  3. 6. What holiday was the carol "Jingle Bells" originally written for?
  4. 7. What was the last state to declare it as a holiday?
  5. 8. What country did the poinsettia originate?
  6. 9. Creep What is the term people use for the early transition for retail Christmas merchandise?
  7. 11. What country created eggnog?
  8. 12. How many years after Hallmark was founded did they produce the first Christmas cards?
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  1. 1. King In the ballet "the Nutcracker" who is the nutcrackers main enemy?
  2. 2. Pierce Who was the first president to decorate a Christmas tree in the white house?
  3. 3. Eight On average, How many Christmas cards does each household send out each year?
  4. 5. What is the most sold item at Christmas?
  5. 6. Orchestra What is the name of the Christmas band that is made up of members of rock bands?
  6. 10. Kissing under a sprig of this plant will bring you good luck.