Origins of Halloween and the Celts

What ancient festival is considered the origin of Halloween?

• Beltane

• Samhain

• Imbolc

• Lughnasadh

Which group of people is credited with the origins of Halloween?

• Romans

• Greeks

• Celts

• Egyptians

What was the primary reason the Celts celebrated Samhain?

• To mark the beginning of spring

• To celebrate the harvest

• To mark the transition from summer to winter

• To honor the sun god

On what date did the Celts celebrate Samhain?

• October 30 to October 31

• October 31 to November 1

• November 1 to November 2

• November 2 to November 3

What did the Celts believe happened on the night before their new year?

• The sun god was reborn

• The dead returned to Earth

• The harvest was blessed

• The spirits of nature were awakened

Who were the druids in Celtic society?

• Warriors

• Farmers

• Priests

• Kings

What was the significance of November 1 for the Celts?

• It was the end of the harvest season

• It was the beginning of a new year

• It was the longest day of the year

• It was a day to honor the moon

In which regions did the Celts primarily live?

• The Americas

• The British Isles, parts of Europe, and parts of Asia Minor

• The Middle East

• Northern Africa

What did the Celts do to protect themselves from spirits during Samhain?

• Built large fires

• Wore costumes

• Asked druids to pray for them

• Offered sacrifices

What was the Celts' belief about the spirits of the dead during Samhain?

• They were benevolent and brought good fortune

• They roamed the Earth

• They stayed in the underworld

• They were reborn as animals