Halloween

What is the origin of the word 'Halloween'?

• It comes from the words 'hollow' and 'ene'.

• It is derived from the word 'Samhain'.

• It originates from the Roman festival of Saturnalia.

• It is a modern invention with no historical basis.

What was the original purpose of the Samhain festival?

• To celebrate death and rebirth.

• To honor the Roman gods.

• To mark the beginning of summer.

• To celebrate the harvest.

What was a common activity during the original Samhain festival?

• Making lanterns from hollowed-out gourds.

• Exchanging gifts with family members.

• Singing hymns to the gods.

• Building large bonfires to ward off evil spirits.

What led to the commercialization of Halloween in the 20th century?

• The economic boom after World War II.

• The influence of Irish immigrants.

• The popularity of All Saints Day.

• The decline of other holidays.

By 2015, how much did the National Retail Federation predict spending on Halloween could reach?

• $6.9 billion

• $1 billion

• $10 billion

• $3.5 billion