Winter Holiday Traditions Flashcard

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What is the significance of the Yule log in winter solstice celebrations?

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It is believed to bring good luck and prosperity to the household for the coming year.

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What magical, stubborn animal brings gifts to Lebanese children?

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The Magical Mule

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In Paris, this is the favorite dish served on Christmas: Cornish Hen, Macaroons, Oysters, Escargots.

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Oysters

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Kwanzaa takes its name from a Swahili phrase that means...

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First Fruits

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Which country features "smoke blessings" at Christmas?

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Austria

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Which country is known for the tradition of eating 12 grapes at midnight on New Year's Eve?

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Spain

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On December 8th, Buddhists usually have a rice and milk porridge to honor -

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Bodhi Day

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In Chicago during 1939, Rudolph was created as a promotional figure for which department store?

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Montgomery Wards

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According to "The Chanukah Song" by Adam Sandler, which of the following people is not listed among famous Jews? David Lee Roth, Paul Newman, OJ Simpson, Leonard Nemoy

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OJ Simpson

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Starting in 1974, which country in Asia began dining out at KFC restaurants on December 24?

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Japan