5 Questions
Which ancient festival is Halloween believed to have originated from?
Salim
What did people do on the night before Salim to keep roaming spirits at bay?
Leave food and wine on their doorsteps
What did the Christian Church turn Salim into?
Halloween
What did people do on All Souls Day in medieval Britain?
Beg for soul cakes
What did people do in return for receiving soul cakes on All Souls Day?
Pray for people's dead relatives
Test your knowledge of Halloween's ancient origins in this quiz! Discover the fascinating history behind the Celtic festival of Samhain and its connection to the modern Halloween traditions.
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