Christmas Crossword Puzzle

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  1. 3. Nutcracker, Which classical ballet tells the story of a girl who visits the Land of Sweets on Christmas Eve?
  2. 7. St. Nicholas originates from which country?
  3. 8. What much-reviled Christmas dessert is known for its long shelf life?
  4. 10. Where do the Griswold's live in "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation"?
  5. 14. In what state does A Christmas Story take place?
  6. 15. In which country is KFC a popular Christmas meal?
  7. 16. Where is the world's largest nativity scene located?
  8. 17. In Mexico, children celebrate Christmas by breaking...?
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  1. 1. Which type of sweet bread is traditionally eaten on Christmas in European countries, especially Italy?
  2. 2. What is the name of the head Elf in the 1994 movie "The Santa Clause"?
  3. 4. Which U.S state first recognized Christmas as a national holiday?
  4. 5. In which country are children visited by 13 Yule Lads instead of Santa Claus?
  5. 6. Night What is the most recorded Christmas Song?
  6. 9. In the story of a Christmas Carol, what is Scrooge's first name?
  7. 11. What Christmas decoration was originally made from strands of silver?
  8. 12. Which ocean should you travel to if you want to visit Christmas Island?
  9. 13. What real-life store is the main plot in "Miracle on 34th Street"?