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- 4. A famous ballet performed during the holiday season, featuring characters like Clara and the Sugar Plum Fairy.
- 8. A Pagan celebration of winter solstice, marking the shortest day and longest night of the year.
- 10. This frozen precipitation falls from the sky in delicate, hexagonal crystals.
- 12. This large mammal, known for its white fur, is often associated with the Arctic and is an excellent swimmer.
- 13. Sweet treats often left out for Santa.
- 14. During Diwali, these colourful designs made of colored powders or flower petals adorn the ground.
- 16. The holiday celebrated on December 26th in many African-American communities.
- 17. The central candle on a menorah, lit on Hanukkah.
- 19. A winter sport where participants slide on a sheet of ice towards a target.
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- 1. A sudden and brief winter storm characterized by high winds and blowing snow.
- 2. These large, hoofed mammals are often seen in the snowy landscapes of the Northern Hemisphere and are associated with Santa's sleigh.
- 3. This celebration marks the end of the Chinese New Year
- 5. The Jewish Festival of Lights.
- 6. A traditional Christmas beverage made with eggs, sugar, and milk, often spiked with alcohol.
- 7. This festive decoration is often hung on doors during the holiday season.
- 9. A popular winter activity involving strapping planks to your feet and sliding down snowy slopes.
- 11. The day after Christmas, known for post-holiday sales.
- 15. In some cultures, this figure is the counterpart to Santa Claus, punishing naughty children.
- 17. A popular winter activity involving sliding down a snowy hill.
- 18. A song associated with ringing in the New Year.