Across
- 3. Customs passed down over time.
- 6. The shortest day of the year.
- 7. The time period when Christmas became popular in Europe.
- 8. The holiday celebrated on December 25.
- 11. An ancient Roman winter festival.
- 13. The organization that officially recognized Christmas.
- 14. Items often exchanged during Christmas.
- 15. The month when Christmas is celebrated.
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- 1. Christians believe this person was born on Christmas.
- 2. A popular Christmas decoration.
- 4. The saint who inspired Santa Claus.
- 5. The town where Jesus was born.
- 9. A winter celebration from northern Europe.
- 10. The author of *A Christmas Carol*.
- 11. A cheerful gift-giver dressed in red.
- 12. The continent where many Christmas traditions developed.