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The modern Christmas tree tradition is belived to have begun in the 18th century - where?

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Correct answer

Germany

Explanation

The modern Christmas tree tradition is believed to have begun in Germany in the 18th century. From Germany the custom was introduced to Britain via the Royals. By 1841 the Christmas tree had become widespread throughout Britain. By the 1870s, people in the United States had also adopted the custom of putting up a Christmas tree like many other countries.

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Question added 2010-10-26