Halloween The Hidden History Comprehension Check

Where did the Celtics live long ago?

• Present day Ireland

• Southern France

• Rome

• Samhain

What did the Samhain festival mark?

• the beginning of summer

• the first day of Halloween

• a day to celebrate saints

• the end of the harvest season

When did Samhain begin?

• sunrise on November 1st

• sunset on October 31st

• sunset on November 31st

• sunrise on October 1st

Which Christian holiday was established in AD 837?

• All Hallows Eve

• All Souls' Day

• All Saints' Day

• Halloween

Which date would later become All Souls' Day?

• November 2nd

• November 1st

• October 31st

• October 30th

What does the word "secular" mean?

• hallowed

• sacred

• nonreligious

• darkness

What do families do to avoid getting tricked?

• dress up in costume

• give out candy

• host bonfires

• go on hayrides

How much money do Americans spend on Halloween each year?

• $837 million

• $3 billion

• $50 million

• $9 billion