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When did the first known record of New Year's celebrations begin?
What was the significance of Akitu for Babylonians?
Which culture used to celebrate the New Year during the winter solstice?
In the early Roman calendar, which month marked the New Year?
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Why was January 1 chosen as the start of the New Year in the Julian calendar?
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True or false: The Babylonian New Year celebration lasted for 11 days.
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True or false: The Persian, Egyptian, and Phoenician New Year started in the spring equinox.
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True or false: The Greek New Year was celebrated during the summer solstice.
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True or false: In the early Roman calendar, March 1 marked the New Year.
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True or false: Julius Caesar developed the solar-based Julian calendar in 46 B.C.
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