Halloween Quiz

What is the rank of Halloween in terms of popularity among holidays in the United States?

• First

• Second

• Third

• Fourth

When does Halloween take place every year?

• October 30th

• October 31st

• November 1st

• November 2nd

From which ancient festival is Halloween said to have originated?

• Lupercalia

• Saturnalia

• Samhain

• Beltane

What is the original meaning of wearing costumes during Halloween?

• To scare away evil spirits

• To fool ghosts into believing that they were other spirits

• To celebrate the harvest

• All of the above

How did the tradition of trick-or-treating begin?

• People left bowls of food outside their doors to scare ghosts from entering

• Children asked for candies from their neighbors

• It was a game invented by children

• It was a way to celebrate the harvest

What are carved pumpkins called during Halloween?

• Halloween Pumpkins

• Scary Pumpkins

• Jack-o-lanterns

• Ghost Pumpkins

What is the purpose of keeping Jack-o-lanterns outside homes on Halloween night?

• To light up the path for visitors

• To scare away evil spirits

• As a sign of welcoming guests

• To guide the spirits of the dead

What is the growing trend in the United States related to Halloween celebrations?

• Halloween in June

• Halloween in July

• Halloween in August

• Halloween in September