Very easy
In which month is Halloween?
October
What symbol is often carved out of pumpkins on Halloween?
A pumpkin
What does a spider web symbolize on Halloween?
Spider webs create a spooky atmosphere and are often associated with abandoned places and spiders
What vegetable, besides pumpkins, was carved for Halloween in ancient times?
Turnip or beet
What other name is the ancient festival Samhain known by?
All Hallows' Eve
What date is Halloween celebrated?
31st October
What is the name of a carved pumpkin with a light inside?
Jack-o'-lantern
Who flies on a broomstick and brews potions in fairy tales?
Witch
From which country did the Halloween tradition originate?
Ireland
What does the word "Halloween" mean in English?
"Halloween" means "All Hallows' Eve"
What traditional color is used to decorate for Halloween?
Orange
What costume do kids often choose on Halloween: a witch or a superhero?
Witches
What nocturnal animal is commonly associated with Halloween?
Bat
What was Halloween originally for the ancient Celts?
Samhain
Why was Halloween considered a time when spirits could cross into the world of the living?
It was believed that on this night, the boundary between the world of the living and the world of spirits was thin, allowing spirits to come back to the human world
Which type of crop is commonly used for decorations during Halloween?
Corn
Why do kids collect candy on Halloween?
To get treats from adults
What eye color is often used for a vampire costume?
Red
What role did costumes play during the ancient Samhain festival?
Costumes were worn to scare away evil spirits that were believed to cross into the human world
What did ancient Celts leave for the spirits of ancestors to appease them?
Food and drinks, to appease spirits and protect against their anger
What popular Halloween treat is made from corn?
Candy corn
. What phrase do kids say to get candy?
Trick or treat
What Halloween tradition involves the phrase "trick or treat"?
It means a choice between candy (a treat) or a prank (a trick)
Why are candles placed inside pumpkins on Halloween?
To ward off evil spirits and light the way for friendly ones
What role did ancient druids play during Samhain celebrations?
Druids acted as priests, performing rituals to protect people from evil spirits and to predict the future