Holiday Kids: All About Halloween

What is the history behind Halloween?

• It started as a family-friendly holiday

• It was celebrated by the Celts over 2000 years ago

• It originated in the United States

• It was a Christian holiday

When is Halloween celebrated?

• October 31st

• November 1st

• December 1st

• September 1st

What did the Celts believe about Halloween?

• It was a day to honor their ancestors

• It was a day to celebrate the change of seasons

• It was a day for predicting the future

• It was a day for building bonfires

What did the Druids encourage people to do on Halloween?

• Dress up in costumes

• Carve pumpkins

• Build bonfires

• Visit neighbors for treats

Which country celebrates the Day of the Dead on November 1st and 2nd?

• China

• Mexico

• Spain

• Netherlands

What is the Festival of the Hungry Ghosts in China?

• A celebration of deceased ancestors

• A festival to entertain spirits

• A day to honor Saint Martin

• A tradition of begging for cakes

What is the main symbol of the Day of the Dead?

• Skulls

• Pumpkins

• Candles

• Altars

What did Irish farmers carve lanterns out of?

• Squash

• Potatoes

• Zucchini

• Turnips

What is the tradition of trick-or-treating?

• Visiting neighbors and asking for treats

• Building bonfires and honoring ancestors

• Carving pumpkins and telling ghost stories

• Decorating graves and building altars

How much money did Americans spend on Halloween candy last year?

• $10,000

• 1 billion dollars

• 2.5 billion dollars

• 15 billion dollars