Where do superstitions come from? - Stuart Vyse

Triskaidekaphobia is the fear of:

• Tree snakes

• The number 4

• The number 13

• The number 14

The belief that knocking on wood brings good luck is thought to stem from the:

• Ancient Indo-Europeans

• Medieval Christians

• Ancient Africans

• Ancient Chinese

Which of the following superstitions was once good advice?

• Avoid the number 13

• Don’t step on a crack

• Don’t cross a black cat’s path

• Don’t whistle in the theater

Many common superstitions come from history of:

• Business

• Religion

• Medicine

• Sport

What is not a reason people believe in superstitions?

• Because they grew up hearing about superstitions

• Because superstitions give them a sense of control

• Because superstitions often appear to work

• Because superstitions really do work