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Which ancient Celtic people celebrated a Harvest Festival known as sowin?
Which ancient Celtic people celebrated a Harvest Festival known as sowin?
- The people of Ireland
- The people of Scotland
- The people of Northern Europe
- All of the above (correct)
When was sowin celebrated?
When was sowin celebrated?
- On October 31st (correct)
- On January 1st
- On December 25th
- On November 1st
What did the Celtic people believe about the night of October 31st?
What did the Celtic people believe about the night of October 31st?
- It marked the end of the summer harvest season
- They should light sacred bonfires
- They should wear masks and costumes
- The veil between the two worlds of the living and the dead was lifted (correct)
What was the purpose of sowin rituals?
What was the purpose of sowin rituals?
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Who were the Celtic priests that lit sacred bonfires during sowin?
Who were the Celtic priests that lit sacred bonfires during sowin?
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Which holiday is celebrated each year on October 31?
Which holiday is celebrated each year on October 31?
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What is the ancient Celtic festival that Halloween originated from?
What is the ancient Celtic festival that Halloween originated from?
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What did people do during the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain to ward off ghosts?
What did people do during the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain to ward off ghosts?
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Which pope designated November 1 as a time to honor all saints?
Which pope designated November 1 as a time to honor all saints?
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What activities are commonly associated with Halloween?
What activities are commonly associated with Halloween?
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