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A humorous poem listing the good deeds that are a prerequisite for receiving Christmas presents, for example 'helping Mummy', 'shunning cigarettes' and 'reading the Kurier'. The poem is written in a style that mimics literature for children. The good deeds include ones that adults, rather than children, are meant to perform, such as 'smiling at children'.
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English translation of the title: Who Has Earnt Their Christmas Present
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English translation of first line: The only sort they'll recognise
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