Christmas Around the World

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The day after Christmas, Boxing Day, is celebrated in what country?

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England

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What is the meaning of "Las Posadas" in Mexico?

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The inns

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In Ireland, why do they do the Christmas Day Swim?

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To raise money for charities

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In Sweden, they hid one almond inside the risgrynsgrot. What does the person who finds the almond get?

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Good luck for the whole next year

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In England, what are inside the "crackers" that they open during Christmas lunch?

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Sweet treats and paper crowns

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What is the French phrase for 'Merry Christmas'?

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Joyeux Noel

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What is the tradition in some parts of France involving desserts?

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Eating 13 different desserts

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What is traditionally hidden in Ukrainian Christmas tree?

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A fake spider and web

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Do you think that people in the Ukraine want to find the spider? Why or why not?

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Yes, because it brings good luck

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How is the Italian tradition about Le Befana different from Santa Claus?

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Le Befana is an old lady on a broomstick, enters homes through the chimney, and delivers gifts on January 5th.