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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1972
Page
14
A brief self scoring Christmas quiz tests knowledge of dates, customs, and origins. Questions cover Christ’s birthday, sending ecards, mistletoe, tree origins, public displays, and the Yule Log, with multiple choice options.
Answers reveal medieval England carol meant singing. Creche symbol came from The Swedes. Christmas gift exchange began about 200 years ago. Santa Claus first known as Father Christmas. Scoring notes offer grade A for eight or more.
In parts of France Spain and Mexico a 12th Night cake hides a bean. The finder becomes Bean King a nod to ancient Saturnalia customs selecting a ruler by lot.
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