UNIT 6 Lesson 21 Exercise 1.2 Christmas In the United States the Christmas season lasts from Thanksgiving through the beginning of January. Christmas Day itself, celebrating the day that Jesus Christ was born, is on December 25. Christmas decorations In the weeks before Christmas, people decorate their homes. Green,red silver,and gold are traditional colors Another common tradition is to have a Christmas tree in the home. These trees are decorated with small colored lights and other decorations Many people put a star or the figure of an angel at the top of the tree. Christmas cards At this time of year, people send Christmas cards to friends and family. These cards show typical Christmas pictures and inside the card there is usually a message such as "Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year" or "Season's Greetings". Christmas gifts Another important Christmas tradition is giving gifts to family members and friends. Young children wake up on Christmas morning hoping to find the toys that Santa Claus left for them early during the night.
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