History of Halloween Foods Quiz

Where did the Celts primarily reside?

• Italy

• Germany

• France

• Ireland

What did the Celts believe about their deceased relatives during Samhain?

• They were in a different realm

• They were free to roam among the living

• They were reincarnated

• They were in a deep sleep

What was the purpose of dressing in scary disguises during Samhain?

• To make contact with family members

• To honor the gods

• To scare away animals

• To celebrate the harvest

What was the significance of bobbing for apples during Samhain?

• To celebrate the harvest

• To determine the future spouse

• To find a job

• To predict the weather

Which Roman holiday was associated with offerings of nuts and apples?

• Pomona

• Jupiter

• Venus

• Mars

What did the merging of Samhain and Pomona result in?

• Christmas

• Thanksgiving

• Halloween

• Easter

What were Soul Cakes made for during All Saints or All Souls Day?

• To predict the future

• To honor the gods

• To celebrate the harvest

• To offer to the spirits

What was the first sign of 'Trick or Treating'?

• Carving pumpkins

• Making Soul Cakes

• Bobbing for apples

• Peeling apples

When did Halloween come to the United States?

• 1600s

• 1900s

• 1700s

• 1800s

What did Irish immigrants carve to welcome the souls in the New World?

• Carrots

• Pumpkins

• Turnips

• Potatoes