Discover Halloween's Secrets

What ancient festival is the origin of Halloween?

• Beltane

• Lughnasadh

• Imbolc

• Samhain

Which Celtic festival marks the end of the harvest season?

• Beltane

• Samhain

• Lughnasadh

• Imbolc

What does the name 'Samhain' mean?

• Samhain is a festival for the spring equinox.

• Samhain means 'summer's end' and marks the transition to winter.

• Samhain is the harvest festival of the summer solstice.

• Samhain means 'winter's beginning' and celebrates the first snowfall.

What activity involves children dressing up and asking for treats?

• trick-or-treating

• egg hunting

• caroling

• costume parading

What vegetable was used to make jack-o'-lanterns?

• Turnip

• Carrot

• Cabbage

• Potato

What does the pumpkin symbolize in Halloween?

• Good luck and prosperity.

• Winter festivities.

• The beginning of spring.

• The harvest season and warding off evil spirits.

Which animal is associated with Halloween and considered a witch's familiar?

• bat

• spider

• black cat

• owl

What is the purpose of wearing costumes on Halloween?

• To avoid Halloween festivities.

• To promote consumerism.

• To follow a dress code.

• To celebrate creativity and embrace the spooky theme.

What does 'trick-or-treat' mean?

• A spooky dance.

• A type of costume.

• A custom where children ask for candy.

• A card game.

What color scheme is traditionally associated with Halloween?

• Red and green

• Blue and yellow

• Purple and white

• Orange and black