December Holidays Around the World!

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On December 16th, India recognizes "Vijay Diwas"- a holiday that commemorates what celebration?

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The victory of the Indian Armed Forces against Pakistani troops

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"Hogmanay" is a Scottish word meaning "__________________", otherwise known as ___________.

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the last day of the year, New Years Eve

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Hanukkah is an _____-night holiday.

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Kwanzaa comes from the phrase "matunda ya kwanza" which means "first fruits" in __________.

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Swahili

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Boxing Day is celebrated on which day of December?

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The day after Christmas (Dec 26th)

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Omisaka or omisoka, is celebrated in _______, and commemorates the final day of the year i.e., New Years Eve.

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Japan

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Select the country who DOES NOT celebrate their national independence day in December: Finland (Dec 6th), Kenya (Dec 12th), Columbia (Dec 20th), Nepal (Dec 21st), Thailand (Dec 5th).

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Columbia

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Who were Jesus Christ's earthly parents?

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Mary and Joseph

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According to the Christian nativity story, who came bearing gifts for the young king?

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3 Wise Men

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What is a 'dreidel'?

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