Why Do We Knock On Wood?
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Religious Studies, History, Social Studies
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6th - 8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one theory about the origin of knocking on wood related to Celtic beliefs?
It was believed to awaken spirits in trees for good luck.
It was a way to communicate with ancestors.
It was used to mark territory.
It was a method to scare away evil spirits.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How is the tradition of knocking on wood connected to Christianity?
It is linked to the wood of Jesus Christ's cross.
It represents the knocking on the door of heaven.
It symbolizes the knocking of the apostles.
It is a reminder of the Last Supper.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the children's game mentioned as a possible origin of the knocking on wood tradition?
Tiggy Touchwood
Duck Duck Goose
Capture the Flag
Hide and Seek
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In which country do people pull their earlobe after knocking on wood for protection?
Italy
Turkey
England
Spain
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What do Italians say instead of 'knock on wood'?
Touch stone
Touch wood
Touch iron
Touch silver
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