Halloween
Trick or Treat!
On what date is La Toussaint celebrated?
November 1st
What is the purpose of praying for the dead in La Toussaint?
To remember them and pray for their souls
What does the color black symbolize in both holidays?
Death or mourning
Translate: la mort
Death
What is another name for Halloween used in older English or religious texts?
All Hallows' Eve
What religion is La Toussaint connected to?
Catholicism
What concept of Halloween is inspired by the idea of the "veil" between worlds being thin?
The appearance of spirits & ghosts on Halloween night
Which animal is considered a bad omen on Halloween?
Black Cat
Translate: la tombe
Grave
What country is considered the origin of Halloween?
Ireland
What does Toussaint literally mean in English?
All Saints
This Mexican holiday is celebrated around the same time as La Toussaint, and also honors the deceased.
Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
What religious symbol is often found on French graves during La Toussaint?
A cross
Translate: citrouille
Pumpkin
What fruit was used before pumpkins to make jack-o'-lanterns?
Turnips
Candles
In French cemeteries, what kind of structures might family tombs be?
Mausoleums
What symbol is used to ward off spirits in Halloween lore?
Jack-o'-lantern
A witch
This is the holiday in Celtic culture that Halloween evolved from.
Samhain
Which country does NOT celebrate All Saints' Day?
(AKA it is not a public holiday)
Netherlands (Allahelgon)
Belgium (Allerheiligen)
Philippines (Undas)
Haiti (Latousen)
Netherlands
What is celebrated in France the day after La Toussaint?
Hint: La Toussaint is All Saints' Day.
All Souls' Day
In France, this flower is not used for celebrations; it is reserved for honoring the dead.
Chrysanthemums
A candle