A Xmas Crossword

Name: ______________________   Date: ____________

Use the clues to fill in the crossword.

Across

  1. 4. A small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers (5)
  2. 5. Tall plant with a trunk and branches (4)
  3. 6. A showy decoration that is basically valueless (6)
  4. 7. The period of time that is happening now (7)
  5. 10. The day before ___ (12)
  6. 11. Old World vine with lobed evergreen leaves and black berrylike fruits (3)
  7. 12. Heavenly messenger with wings (5)
  8. 14. Close-fitting hosiery to cover the foot and leg (8)

Down

  1. 1. Holiday celebrated on December 25 (9)
  2. 2. The legendary patron saint of children (10)
  3. 3. American plants closely resembling Old World ___ (9)
  4. 8. A vehicle mounted on runners and pulled by horses or dogs (6)
  5. 9. A bag made of paper or plastic for holding customer's purchases (4)
  6. 13. Fairies that are somewhat mischievous (3)