What ancient festival is considered the origin of Halloween?

Origins of Halloween and the Celts

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Beltane
Samhain
Imbolc
Lughnasadh
2.
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Which group of people is credited with the origins of Halloween?
Romans
Greeks
Celts
Egyptians
3.
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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
4.
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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
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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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
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Who were the druids in Celtic society?
Warriors
Farmers
Priests
Kings
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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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
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