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Halloween History Quiz

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5th Grade

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Halloween History Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which ancient festival is believed to have influenced the modern celebration of Halloween?

Roman festival of Pomona.

Greek festival of Hecate.

Egyptian festival of Osiris.

Celtic festival of Samhain

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the word 'Halloween' mean?

All Hallows' Eve

Trick or treat

Costume party

October 31st

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country is believed to be the birthplace of Halloween?

United States

Mexico

Scotland

Ireland

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the traditional Halloween activity of bobbing for apples?

Bobbing for apples is a traditional Halloween activity where participants try to grab apples from a large basin or bucket filled with water using only their mouths.

Bobbing for apples is a traditional Halloween activity where participants try to grab apples from a small bowl filled with water using only their mouths.

Bobbing for apples is a traditional Halloween activity where participants try to grab oranges from a large basin or bucket using only their mouths.

Bobbing for apples is a traditional Halloween activity where participants try to grab apples from a large basin or bucket using only their hands.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were the original Jack-o'-lanterns made from?

Apples or pears.

Cucumbers or zucchinis.

Turnips or potatoes

Carrots or radishes.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which animal is often associated with Halloween?

black cat

vampire

pumpkin

witch

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of wearing costumes on Halloween?

To hide one's identity and commit mischief on Halloween.

To honor and remember the dead on Halloween.

To scare people and play pranks on Halloween.

To dress up and participate in the festive spirit of Halloween.

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