Halloween-French

According to the video, how long ago did the Celtic tradition that influenced Halloween begin?

• 500 years ago

• 1000 years ago

• Over 2000 years ago

• 100 years ago

What was the name of the Celtic festival that is considered a precursor to Halloween?

• Samhain

• Hallows Eve

• All Saints Day

• Jack-o'-Lantern

What did the Celts believe happened on the night of October 31st?

• The harvest ended

• The new year began

• The veil between the living and spirit worlds disappeared

• The dragons awakened

How did the Celts attempt to ward off evil spirits during their festival?

• By singing loud songs

• By lighting large fires and wearing scary masks

• By staying indoors all night

• By sacrificing animals

What did the Celts sometimes leave at the entrance of their homes during the festival?

• Carved pumpkins

• Lit candles

• Food

• Written spells

Who did the Celts believe could predict the future on this special night?

• Kings

• Warriors

• Druids/pagans

• Children

What was the Celtic festival transformed into with the arrival of Christianity?

• Christmas Eve

• Easter

• All Hallows' Eve

• New Year's Eve

What does 'All Hallows' Eve' mean?

• The night of spirits

• The eve of All Saints' Day

• The day of the dead

• The night of tricks

Why did people continue to wear masks even after the festival became All Hallows' Eve?

• To honor the saints

• To scare away evil spirits

• To celebrate the harvest

• To impress their neighbors

How did Halloween traditions arrive in America?

• Through Native American customs

• With Irish immigrants fleeing famine

• Via Spanish explorers

• Through African slaves