Ursprung des Halloweens (Origin of Halloween) - Deutsch lernen

The video explores the history and evolution of Halloween, starting with its origins in the Celtic festival of Samhain, where Druids celebrated the end of harvest with bonfires to ward off evil spirits. Christianity later adapted these traditions, leading to All Saints' Day and the practice of going door-to-door for soul cakes. Modern Halloween has evolved into a fun holiday with costumes, trick-or-treating, and sweets, retaining some of its historical roots.

What is a common activity during Halloween in the US?

• Lighting fireworks

• Dressing up in costumes

• Singing carols

• Exchanging gifts

What was the original purpose of the Samhain festival?

• To mark the end of the harvest and start of the cold season

• To celebrate the beginning of summer

• To honor the birth of a new king

• To commemorate a famous battle

What did the Druids do during Samhain to ward off evil spirits?

• Sang traditional songs

• Built large stone monuments

• Held a feast for the gods

• Lit a huge fire

How did Christianity adapt the Samhain festival?

• By incorporating it into Easter traditions

• By banning all related celebrations

• By establishing All Saints' Day on November 1st

• By creating a new festival in December

What is the modern equivalent of the tradition where people went from village to village asking for cakes?

• Thanksgiving parades

• Christmas caroling

• Easter egg hunting

• Trick-or-treating