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In Slavic countries, this figure is syncretized with a grandfather of Snegurochka (“SNEY-guh-ROACH-kah”) named Ded Moroz. One servant of this figure wears bells on his clothes and beats people with a bag of ashes if they don’t know their prayers. (10[2])In Dutch tradition, this figure (-5[1])embarks (10[1])on a yearly journey from Spain (10[2])with another figure commonly portrayed in blackface. (10[2])Knecht Ruprecht (“K’NESHT ROO-presht”) and Zwarte Piet (“SWAHR-tuh PEET”) are companions of this figure, as well as the horned, birch-rod wielding Krampus, who punishes children. This legendary figure was based on a bishop of Myra who was known for his secret gift-giving. For 10 points, what figure delivers presents to children with his red-nosed (10[1])reindeer Rudolph? ■END■

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