Halloween Vocab Quiz

On Halloween, people originally wore __________ to confuse spirits visiting from the otherworld.

• disguises

• tuxedos

• uniforms

• apparel

The Catholic Church chose to celebrate All __________ Day on November 1st, close to the Celtic holiday of Samhain.

• Saints'

• Apostles'

• Disciples'

• Prophets'

Many people visit __________ on All Souls' Day to light candles and remember loved ones who have passed away.

• cemeteries

• mausoleums

• ossuaries

• sepulchers

The Celts marked Samhain as the end of the __________ season and the beginning of winter.

• harvest

• solstice

• equinox

• monsoon

According to Celtic beliefs, __________ could visit the living on the night of Samhain.

• spirits

• phantoms

• wraiths

• specters

Bonfires lit during Samhain would __________ insects, which in turn attracted bats that became a symbol of Halloween.

• draw in

• mesmerize

• captivate

• beguile

It is a misconception that black cats are __________ on Halloween night as part of traditional celebrations.

• sacrificed

• venerated

• consecrated

• sanctified

Some __________ take extra precautions with black cats around Halloween due to superstition.

• animal shelters

• veterinary clinics

• zoological parks

• wildlife reserves

Halloween was originally called "All Hallow's Eve" and was meant to __________ saints and martyrs.

• honor

• exalt

• glorify

• venerate

A __________ is someone who suffers persecution and death for refusing to renounce their religious beliefs.

• martyr

• zealot

• fanatic

• devotee