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1. "A Christmas Carol" was not the only Christmas story Charles Dickens wrote. Can you fill in the missing word in this title of a Dicken's Christmas tale: "A ------- on the Hearth"? Log Cricket Wreath Kitten

2. Who wrote the oratorio "The Messiah"? Answer: (One Word - Last name)

3. Caribou is another name for this creature associated with Christmas. Answer: (One Word)

4. "Have a Holly, Jolly Christmas" is usually associated with this singer. His initials are B.I. Answer: (One word - Last name only)

5. Which day is celebrated in Sweden on December 13? Candlemas Winter Sports Day St. Stephen's Day Santa Lucia Day

6. The carol "O Christmas Tree" is a translation from the German. What is German for the type of tree used as a Christmas Tree? Answer: (One Word)

7. What parasitic plant, now used as a Christmas decoration did the ancient Druids consider sacred? Answer: (One word)

8. "O Come All You Faithful" is often known by its Latin title. What is this title? Ave Maria Veni Emmanuel Adeste Fideles In Dulci Jubilo

9. In some European countries December 6th is a special day when this person brings gifts. Answer: (Two words)

10. The first letters of the other nine answers in this quiz spell an appropriate word. Answer: ( One word)