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Christmas History
100

This is the board game that Yu's family will play this year on Christmas.

What is mahjong?

100

This Christian group banned Christmas in Boston from 1659 to 1681.

Who are The Puritans?

200

This is the sweet and savory meal that Ashley has every December with her family.

What is cheese toast?

200

This inventor created the first electric light Christmas display.

Who is Thomas Edison?

300

This quiet song is what Kim sings at church on Christmas Eve.

What is Silent Night?

300

This popular holiday song was written during the Cuban missile crisis and was a plea for peace.

What is Do You Hear What I Hear?

400

Name 2 of the 4 things Cathy ate on Christmas growing up in Louisiana.

What are fried pork chops, fried italian sausage, salad and french bread.

400

This political cartoonist is largely responsible for defining what the modern Santa Claus looks like.

Who is Thomas Nast?

500

This Japanese soup is what Patrice eats for good luck and good fortune.

What is ozoni?

500

This Roman holiday held from December 17th to the 23rd had a large influence on how Christmas was celebrated.

What is Saturnalia?