Introduction
It's that time of year again. If you have been out shopping, you have noticed the Christmas music, decorations, wrapping paper, and the bustle of many Americans. However, Christmas is a holiday that is celebrated around the world. While there are similarities between the different celebrations of Christmas, these celebrations have unique traditions specific to each culture.
Task
Use the Internet resources listed to track down some holiday traditions in countries around the world. Use the website to pick the country and research unique holiday traditions.
Process
Answer the following questions using the Internet resources:
1. What kinds of trees are decorated at Christmas time in India?
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2. What is the main Christmas meal in Greece and what is it served with?
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3. In Holland, what do children leave in their shoes as a gift for Sinterklaas's horse?
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4. Latvians claim to be the first to use Christmas trees. In what year was the first documented use of a Christmas tree in Latvia?
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5. Mattak, a special delicacy, is eaten in Greenland at Christmas. What is mattak made from and what do people say it tastes like?
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6. In Sweden Christmas celebrations begin on St. Lucia's Day. What is the date of this special day?
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7. What is often the traditional Christmas Day meal in Japan?
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8. What is the traditional Christmas greeting in Pakistan?
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9. What is the date of Christmas Day in Serbia? (Hint: It's not December 25!)
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10. Russian tradition is to ________ on Christmas Eve until the first star has appeared in the sky.
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