Winter Holidays Crossword Puzzle

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  1. 2. This Santa-like figure is popular in Italy and is known for delivering gifts on Epiphany.
  2. 5. This figure, also known as "Father Frost," delivers presents in Russia.
  3. 6. This holiday, celebrated on December 25th, honors the birth of Jesus Christ.
  4. 8. A warm holiday drink made with milk, sugar, and eggs, often enjoyed around Christmas time.
  5. 12. A Christmas figure who punishes naughty children in parts of Europe.
  6. 13. This holiday, celebrated by Hindus, is known as the "Festival of Lights" and sometimes coincides with Christmas.
  7. 14. A colorful parade-like procession observed in Latin America during the holiday season.
  8. 15. A Nordic tradition, often involving a large straw figure associated with Christmas.
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  1. 1. A December holiday celebrating the birth of the Prophet Muhammad.
  2. 3. The popular Italian Christmas cake that’s shaped like a dome and is full of fruit.
  3. 4. A traditional Christmas decoration, typically made of evergreen branches, hung on doors.
  4. 7. This Jewish holiday, also called the Festival of Lights, often falls in December.
  5. 9. A December holiday in Mexico celebrating the Virgin of Guadalupe.
  6. 10. This holiday is celebrated by many Christians and honors the birth of Jesus, though some celebrate it in early January.
  7. 11. This creature, with a red nose, is Santa’s guide on Christmas Eve.