Halloween

What is the origin of Halloween?

• Ancient Egypt

• Celtic Ireland

• Roman Empire

• Medieval England

What festival did the Celts celebrate at the end of October?

• Samhain

• Christmas

• Easter

• Thanksgiving

Why did the Celts wear costumes made of animal skins and heads?

• To scare away evil spirits

• To honor their ancestors

• To celebrate the harvest season

• To entertain children

What did the Celts do to ward off evil spirits?

• Light bonfires

• Sing songs

• Play games

• Dance

What did the Christian Church make November 1st?

• All Saints' Day

• Halloween

• Christmas

• Easter

What is the night before November 1st called?

• All Hallows' Eve

• Christmas Eve

• Easter Eve

• Thanksgiving Eve

What did people do on All Hallows' Eve?

• Dress up as saints, angels, and demons

• Go trick-or-treating

• Carve pumpkins into jack-o'-lanterns

• All of the above

When did Halloween make its way to America?

• 17th century

• 18th century

• 19th century

• 20th century

What activities were added to Halloween in America?

• Costume parties

• Carving pumpkins

• Trick-or-treating

• All of the above

What is Halloween known for today?

• Dressing up in costumes

• Trick-or-treating

• Decorating homes

• All of the above