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Holiday history quiz answers

By Sandi Dolbee
Copley News Service

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1. B. Check out the second chapter of Matthew, which only says "wise men from the East." But they did bring three gifts (gold, frankincense and myrrh).

2. C. There are eight candles for each night of Hanukkah plus a servant candle to light them.

3. A. Hanukkah also is known as the Feast of Dedication and the Feast of Lights.

4. C. Immaculate means "without stain."

5. B. Ishmael also is considered one of the prophets of Islam and ancestor of Muhammad.

6. C. It's also the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad. Back to quiz

7. A. The professor's name: Maulana Karenga.

8. C. See Luke 2:14. Yes, we know there is no Matthew 29 (answer A).

9. C. Hanukkah (the letters are in Hebrew).

10. A. Women also may wear special hajj garments, usually a simple white dress.

11. B. Seven days for seven principles.

12. A. Between 1659 and 1681 in Massachusetts, the fine for celebrating Christmas was five shillings, according to "The Battle for Christmas" by Stephen Nissenbaum.

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