The Origins of Halloween

What do people do on Halloween?

• Go to the beach

• Extort neighbors for candy

• Clean their houses

• Visit the hospital

Where did Halloween traditions originally come from?

• Ancient China

• Ancient Rome

• Celtic Europe

• Ancient Greece

What was October 31st for the Celts?

• A day of celebration for kings

• The first day of winter

• The last day of the year

• The first day of spring

What did the Celts believe about spirits on October 31st?

• Spirits were friendly

• Spirits could return to the living world

• Spirits lived only in the sea

• Spirits were afraid of humans

What was the name of the Celtic festival celebrated on October 31st?

• Halloween

• Pomona

• Samhain

• All Saints Day

Why did the Celts light bonfires during Samhain?

• To cook food

• To scare away evil spirits

• To celebrate Christmas

• To stay warm

What kind of food was important during Samhain?

• Bread and fruits

• Soul cakes, barm brack, and colcannon

• Fish and vegetables

• Ice cream and candy

Why did the Celts wear costumes?

• To look beautiful

• To scare other people

• To blend in and fend off evil spirits

• To celebrate their birthdays

What was the purpose of leaving food out during Samhain?

• To feed animals

• To help ghosts and spirits

• To help children

• To give food to kings

What tradition did women use to predict their future husband?

• Cutting cake

• Peeling potatoes

• Playing card games

• Dancing around the fire