Dec 28, 2005 7:10 am US/Central
Holiday Trivia Question 28
(CBS)
In which ancient culture did using a baby to signify the New Year originate?
A. The Romans
B. The Vikings
C. The Chinese
D. The Greeks
The answer is D. The ancient Greeks began this tradition around 600 B.C. They carried a baby around in a basket to honor Dionysus, the god of fertility, and symbolize his annual rebirth.
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