Holiday Math!

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What is the significance of Alabama in U.S. holiday history?

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Alabama was the first state in the United States to recognize Christmas as an official holiday.

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Which country is known for starting the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?

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Germany started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree.

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What is a Dreidel?

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A Dreidel is a spinning top used during the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah.

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In the song 'The 12 Days of Christmas', how many 'pipers piping' are there?

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There are 11 pipers piping in the song 'The 12 Days of Christmas'.

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What is the main theme of the movie 'Elf'?

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The movie 'Elf' is about a human raised by elves at the North Pole who goes to New York City to find his real father.

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What is Hanukkah?

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Hanukkah is an eight-day Jewish holiday also known as the Festival of Lights, celebrating the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem.

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What are latkes?

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Latkes are potato pancakes traditionally eaten during Hanukkah.

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What is the meaning of Christmas?

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Christmas is a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed on December 25.

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What is the significance of the Christmas tree?

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The Christmas tree symbolizes life and renewal, and is decorated to celebrate the Christmas holiday.

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What is the story behind 'The Grinch'?

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'The Grinch' is a character created by Dr. Seuss who tries to steal Christmas from the Whos in Whoville but learns the true meaning of the holiday.