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For many British families Christmas is the most
important holiday of the year. It is a combination of
the Christian celebration of the birth of Christ, and the traditional winter holidays. On the Sunday before Christmas many churches hold a carol service where special hymns are sung.
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Most families decorate their houses with coloured paper
or holly, and they usually have a Christmas tree
in the front room. It is decorated with coloured lights and beautiful toys.
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The most important and pleasant Tradition of Christmas is
the giving of presents. People wrap up their gifts and leave them
at the bottom of Christmas tree to be found on Christmas morning.
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Children leave long socks near their bed hoping
that Father Christmas will come at night and bring
them small presents, fruits and nuts. Children also write to Father Christmas letters and say what presents they want to get.