Halloween, Allerheiligen & St Martin's Day in Germany

Open Ended

What do you notice and wonder?

Open Ended

How has American pop culture influenced the way Halloween is celebrated in Germany?

Multiple Choice

What would German children typically say after knocking on a door on Halloween night?

• Süßes oder Saures

• Geist

• Kürbis

• Hexe

Multiple Select

Which of the following activities are commonly part of Halloween celebrations in Germany, Switzerland and Austria?

• Costume parades

• Pumpkin festivals

• Opening presents

• Library programs

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a tradition associated with Allerheiligen (All Saints' Day)?

• Visiting graves of loved ones

• Cleaning and decorating graves with candles and flowers

• Wearing costumes and having parties

• Attending a church service

Open Ended

Explain two key differences between Halloween and Allerheiligen based on the information provided.

Multiple Choice

Which feature is shared by both Halloween and St. Martin's Day, according to the comparison chart?

• Costumes

• Lanterns

• Songs

• Parade

Categorize

Options (13)

Kürbis

Süßigkeiten

Süßes oder Sauers

Geist

Kostüme

Umzug (parade)

die Kerze

der Friedhof

Grab schmücken

gedenken

Blume

Songs

Laterne

Sort the traditions and words into the correct holiday: Halloween, St. Martin's Day or Allerheiligen (All Saints’ Day).

Halloween

St. Martin's Day

Allerheiligen