Facts
In what country did Halloween originate?
Ireland
What is another word for tradition?
a) culture b) custom c) holiday
custom
Describe the game Snap-Apple
Similar to bobbing for apples, appled are hung on doorframes or trees and people have to try to bite them
Black cats are bad luck
US, Canada, Ireland, France
This country wears mostly scary costumes and not cute costumes like super heroes and princesses
France
What is the difference between urban and rural?
urban=city, rural=countryside
Describe the game Knock a Dolly
Similar to ding dong ditch; prank where children knock on the door and run away
Hong Kong believes that the dead return for 24 hours during this celebration
Yue Lan
What is Teng Chieh and where is it celebrated?
China, food and water are placed in front of pictures of deceased with lights to clear their path as they travel to Earth on Halloween
Obon Festival is celebrated in July and August in this country
Japan
Halloween is a foreign holiday in France. What does foreign mean?
Not from there
What is Bambrack, where does it come from, and what can you learn from eating it?
Fruitcake from Ireland that tells your fortune
Name 3 countries that believe the dead return during Halloween time
Answer varies
In this country, kids trick or treat in stores not homes
France
Name something done in Mexico to celebrate Halloween
answers will vary
Japan does not celebrate a Western style halloween. What do they mean by western?
referring to America and Europe
What is a dessert prepared in Mexico for Dia de los Muertos?
Pan de Muerto
This country believes that gifts will keep angry ghosts away that may be looking for revenge
Hong Kong
In this country, people hide their knives on Halloween night to risk harm to and from returning spirits
Germany