How much do you know about Christmas traditions around the world?

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People walk in the Tuileries Gardens as a 32-foot fir Christmas tree and the Eiffel Tower are illuminated in the background in Paris December 18. (Charles Platiau/Reuters)

Test your knowledge about how the Christmas holidays are celebrated from the Philippines to Mexico. 

- Jenna Fisher, Staff writer

The Christmas tree appeared in recognizable form as early the 16th century. It didn't become popular in the US until later, in the 19th century.

The Christmas tree appeared in recognizable form as early the 16th century. It didn't become popular in the US until later, in the 19th century.

The Christmas tree appeared in recognizable form as early the 16th century. It didn't become popular in the US until later, in the 19th century.

The Christmas tree appeared in recognizable form as early the 16th century. It didn't become popular in the US until later, in the 19th century.

1. The modern tradition of the Christmas tree is widely believed to have developed in what country?

Belgium
Germany
Norway
Switzerland

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