1. The Spring Festival, also known as the Lunar New Year, marks the beginning of the year.2. Christmas is celebrated to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ.1. The Spring Festival originated from ancient rituals of sacrificing to Heaven and Earth deities and ancestors.2. Christmas originated as a pagan Roman festival dedicated to the agricultural god Saturn, and later became associated with the birth of Jesus after Christianity spread in the Roman Empire.1. Spring Festival customs include: - Preparing for the New Year: This involves buying festive goods and cleaning the house, which symbolizes the removal of the old and the welcoming of the new. - The Christmas tree is a famous tradition in Christmas celebrations. People usually bring an evergreen plant into their homes and decorate it with lights and ornaments, placing an angel or a star at the top. - Christmas cards are popular in Western countries. Many families include annual family photos and updates in their cards, highlighting the achievements and unique qualities of each family member throughout the year.