Dates and Basics
On what date is Halloween celebrated?
October 31st.
What fruit or vegetable do people carve on Halloween?
A pumpkin.
What do children say when they ask for candy?
“Trick or treat!”
In what country did Halloween begin?
Ireland, Scotland, Northern France
What American holiday comes after Halloween?
Thanksgiving.
What season is Halloween in?
Autumn (fall).
What do people call a pumpkin with a face and light inside?
A jack-o’-lantern.
What do children get when they go trick-or-treating?
Candy or sweets.
What was the old Celtic festival that Halloween came from?
Samhain.
What do people often watch around Halloween time
Horror Movies
What are the two main colors of Halloween?
Orange and black.
What animal that flies is a common Halloween symbol?
A bat.
What traditional game uses apples floating in water?
Bobbing for apples.
What did people in ancient Ireland believe happened on October 31st?
Spirits of the dead returned to visit the living.
Why is the color orange connected to Halloween?
It represents pumpkins and the autumn harvest.
What do people wear on Halloween night?
Costumes.
What animal is believed to bring bad luck if it’s black?
A cat.
What time of day do people usually celebrate Halloween?
In the evening or at night.
What vegetable did people carve before using pumpkins?
Turnips.
What is one difference between Halloween in the U.S. and in Europe?
The U.S. celebrates it more with decorations and parties; Europe’s version is smaller.
Today, why do people celebrate Halloween?
To have fun, dress up, and for companies to make money
Why do people use scary decorations like skeletons and ghosts?
To make the holiday feel spooky and fun, and to remember the idea of spirits visiting.
Why did people wear costumes in ancient times?
Long ago people wore costumes to hide from spirits; now it’s for fun and creativity.
What religion later turned Samhain into “All Hallows’ Eve”?
Christianity.
How has Halloween changed from the past to today?
In the past, it was a religious or spiritual event about spirits and the harvest; today, it’s mostly a fun celebration with costumes, candy, and parties.