The History of Christmas 2024

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  1. 2. The number of candles on a kinara, used during Kwanzaa celebrations.
  2. 5. The Persian festival celebrating the winter solstice, marking the victory of light over darkness.
  3. 6. The country where the tradition of eating KFC for Christmas is popular.
  4. 8. The Roman god honored during Saturnalia.
  5. 10. The type of tree commonly brought indoors and decorated during Christmas.
  6. 11. The number of days the Yule log was traditionally burned by the Norse.
  7. 12. The plant under which people traditionally kiss during the Christmas season.
  8. 13. The Norse festival involving the burning of a large log, celebrated during the winter solstice.
  9. 14. The country where Saint Nicholas, known for his generosity, was born.
  10. 15. The Jewish festival of lights, celebrated for eight days.
  11. 17. Cane The red-and-white striped candy associated with Christmas, often shaped like a shepherd's staff.
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  1. 1. The African-American cultural holiday celebrated from December 26 to January 1.
  2. 2. The day marking the shortest period of daylight and the longest night of the year.
  3. 3. The Roman festival honoring the god Saturn, celebrated in December.
  4. 4. The German reformer credited with adding candles to Christmas trees.
  5. 7. The month in which Christmas is celebrated.
  6. 8. Claus The legendary figure known for delivering gifts to children on Christmas Eve.
  7. 9. The name of the red-nosed reindeer introduced in 1939.
  8. 16. Evergreen plant often used in Christmas decorations, symbolizing eternal life.
  9. 17. The Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ.