KIDS QUIZ
NATIONAL HOLIDAYS
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[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Thanksgiving
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Halloween
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Christmas Eve
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Christmas Eve is not a federal holiday. However, it is a partial day off in states like Kansas, North Dakota, and Virginia. It is a state holiday in Kentucky, Michigan, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Texas, and Wisconsin.
Detailed explanation-2: -During Reformation and up until the middle of the 1800s, Christmas was often not celebrated because partying and merry making was seen as unchristian. From about 1840, celebrating Christmas became more widespread. December 25 was declared a federal holiday in the United States in 1870.
Detailed explanation-3: -Christian churches have celebrated Christmas Eve in part because it is believed that Jesus was born at midnight. Many churches today hold Christmas Eve services or Midnight Masses. They may also hold candlelight vigils, Nativity productions or sing carols.
Detailed explanation-4: -Get the latest pay and benefits news delivered to your inbox. On Dec. 5, 2001, President George W. Bush issued an executive order giving federal employees a full day off on Christmas Eve.