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Christmas Quiz

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A quiz on the origins and traditions of the Christmas holiday (based on the 12 Days of Christmas series).

Day 12: The Meaning of Christmas

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What is the meaning of Christmas?

Day 11: Christmas Was Un-American Once

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Did you know Christmas wasn't always a thing in America? In fact, celebrating Christmas use to be illegal in some places...

Day 10: Frosty the Snowman & Co.

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Snowmen, Jack Frost, and Myths, oh my!

Day 9: Why Red & Green?

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Where did these colors come from?

Day 8: Depression and Christmas?

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The holidays are supposed to be joyous, but depression may be stalking the holidays as well!

Day 7: Carol of the Bells

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A look at the songs we sing during Christmas.

Day 6: The War on Christmas

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Be prepared to be called a scrooge and a grinch.

Day 5: Lights of the Season

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What's the deal with all these lights and decorations?

Day 4: Giving Gifts

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We love getting gifts, but why are we giving gifts at Christmas?

Day 3: The History of Santa Claus

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Who is the man in the red suit? Are you worshiping an idol?

Day 2: The Origin of December 25

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It took me until high school to understand what my friend meant about "Christmas" not being in the Bible (since she couldn't explain it in middle school, I don't think she understood either). Once I understood her point, my question became "is it possible to celebrate the pagan holiday from the celebration of Jesus?" That's what the heart of this series is about.

Day 1: The Etymology of Christmas

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What does "Merry Christmas" actually Mean? Why don't people say "Happy Jesus' Birthday"?

The Twelve Days of Christmas

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How did Christmas really start and what's it really about? This time of year—well actually from the end of October onward—people are filled with the holiday spirit, decorations go up, Christmas music blares, and arguments begin. There are those angry about "the War on Christmas" who despise those that say "Happy Holidays." Schools (at least the schools I volunteered for in high school) forbade us from mentioning Jesus, Santa, and Christmas in general. There are countless traditions, none of which are biblical despite most Christians' insistence that Jesus is the reason for the season.

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