Flashcard on Russia

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What is the date of Orthodox Christmas?

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January 7th

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What do many Russian families use on Christmas to symbolize the clothes that baby Jesus was swaddled in?

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A white tablecloth

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When does Ded Moroz visit children?

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New Year's Eve

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Why did Babushka not go with the Wise Men?

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She had too much cleaning to do

Front

What holiday is mentioned in the text?

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Christmas

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What is Ded Moroz known as?

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Father Frost, a figure similar to Santa Claus in Russian culture.

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What is the significance of a white tablecloth in Russian Christmas celebrations?

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It symbolizes the swaddling clothes of baby Jesus.

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What is the traditional Russian New Year celebration called?

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Novy God.

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What do children in Russia often receive from Ded Moroz?

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Gifts and presents.

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What is a common Russian Christmas dish?

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Kutya, a sweet grain pudding.