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Compare the length of Czech and American Christmas using a comparative word.
In the Czech Republic, Christmas lasts three days, while in the US, most people only celebrate Christmas on the 25th of December.
Where does Santa live?
He lives at the North Pole.
How does Santa get into the house?
He climbs down the chimney.
When Santa enters the house he fills something hanging over the fireplace with candy and small toys. What is it?
Stockings.
Why does Santa have a big belly?
Because many children leave milk and cookies out for him.
What does he fly to move around?
He flies his sleigh.
Which American company popularized the image of Santa wearing read and white suit?
That particular outfit got a bit of help from Coca-Cola, which popularized this image of Santa in their ads.
What's something you shouldn't forget while watching Christmas films? (a drink and food)
Hot cocoa with whipped cream and marshmallows.
What do "white elephant" gift exchanges refer to?
Everyone buys and odd or useless gift anf wraps it up. Guests at a party than draw numbers and get to choose a package.
What are ugly sweater parties? Explain.
People (usually teens or young adults) get together wearing the ugliest sweater they can find.
Many malls, schools and churches in the US have "giving trees" before Christmas. What are these?
These are Christmas trees with gift tags hanging on them. The gift tags include the names of people in need and what they want for Christmas.
Can you remember the name of a Christian organization that has organized Christmas Kettle campaign to collect money for people in need?
Salvation Army
