Halloween

What is the origin of Halloween?

• Celtic culture of Ireland

• Ancient Romans

• Pagan traditions of pre-Christian Europe

• All of the above

What was Halloween originally called?

• All Halloween

• All Hallows Eve

• All Saints Eve

• All of the above

Why did the Celts wear masks and costumes during Halloween?

• To celebrate the Harvest

• To scare away wandering spirits

• To honor the Saints

• To remember the departed

Which Roman tradition was combined with the Celtic tradition of Sawan?

• Feralia

• All Saints Day

• All Souls Day

• Harvest celebration

When did Halloween become popular in America?

• During the 19th century

• During the 1950s

• During the Roman invasion

• During the Irish famine

What activity is commonly associated with Halloween?

• Carving pumpkins

• Decorating Christmas trees

• Eating Thanksgiving dinner

• Lighting fireworks

What do orange and black symbolize in Halloween?

• Joy and happiness

• Life and growth

• Fall Harvest and death

• Peace and tranquility

Why were black cats considered unlucky?

• They were associated with witches

• They brought bad luck

• They were believed to be evil

• They were feared by the Celts

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What is the fear of Halloween called?

• Samhainophobia

• Halloweenophobia

• Costumephobia

• Pumpkinophobia

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What was the tradition of giving out Soul cakes in ancient times?

• Leaving food for roaming spirits

• Exchanging religious verses for food

• Giving cakes to poor people

• Praying for lost family members

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