Halloween Traditions

What is the origin of Halloween?

• Trick-or-treating

• Samhain

• Pumpkin carving

• All Hallows Eve

What is the purpose of wearing spooky costumes on Halloween?

• To scare away spirits

• To collect candies

• To celebrate All Saints Day

• To honor loved ones

Which country used turnips instead of pumpkins for carving spooky faces?

• England

• Ireland

• America

• Scotland

What was the original name for trick-or-treating?

• Souling

• Praying

• Singing

• Feasting

What is the significance of All Souls Day?

• To pray for loved ones

• To scare away spirits

• To carve pumpkins

• To dress up in costumes

What did people offer in exchange for food during the medieval tradition of souling?

• Money

• Prayers or songs

• Candies

• Gifts

What is the purpose of carving spooky faces on turnips or pumpkins?

• To honor Jack

• To celebrate Halloween

• To scare away spirits

• To create decorations

Where did Irish people find it easier to grow pumpkins?

• England

• Ireland

• America

• Scotland

What mythical spirit did people believe to walk around during Halloween?

• Samhain

• Jack

• All Hallows Eve

• All Saints Day