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Which of the following is a common Halloween tradition?
Which of the following is a common Halloween tradition?
- Carving pumpkins (correct)
- Wearing masks
- Decorating scarecrows
- Lighting bonfires
What is the origin of the term 'Halloween'?
What is the origin of the term 'Halloween'?
- It comes from the word 'hallow' meaning holy (correct)
- It is a combination of 'hall' and 'ween'
- It is derived from the word 'hollow' meaning empty
- It is named after a person named Halloween
What do people typically do when they go trick-or-treating?
What do people typically do when they go trick-or-treating?
- Carve pumpkins
- Decorate scarecrows
- Wear costumes (correct)
- Light bonfires
What are jack-o-lanterns?
What are jack-o-lanterns?
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What is Halloween primarily known as today?
What is Halloween primarily known as today?
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Study Notes
Halloween Traditions
- Trick-or-treating is a common Halloween tradition.
Origin of Halloween
- The term "Halloween" originates from "All Hallows' Evening", which was later shortened to "Halloween".
Trick-or-Treating
- When going trick-or-treating, people typically dress up in costumes and go from door to door in their neighborhoods, asking for treats, usually candy or other sweets.
Jack-o-Lanterns
- Jack-o-lanterns are carved pumpkins, often with scary or festive faces, illuminated by a candle or LED light, and are a common decoration during Halloween.
Modern Halloween
- Halloween is primarily known today as a celebration of spooky and supernatural themes, with people often attending costume parties, haunted houses, and other scary events.
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Halloween Trivia: Test Your Knowledge of All Hallows' Eve!
