Halloween: A Spooky Tradition
Halloween, also known as All Hallows' Eve, is a spooky tradition that dates back over 2,000 years. Originally celebrated by the ancient Celts, Halloween marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter. It was believed that on this night, the boundary between the living and the dead was blurred, and ghosts returned to earth. To ward off these spirits, people wore costumes and lit bonfires. This is where our modern-day costume tradition comes from! Over time, Halloween evolved, and new traditions like trick-or-treating and carving Jack-o'-lanterns were introduced. In our story, a group of friends decides to celebrate Halloween. They each choose a costume, some scary, some funny, and they carve pumpkins into Jack-o'-lanterns. As they walk from house to house, their bags get filled with all sorts of candies. They enjoy the thrill of the night, laughing and swapping ghost stories, embodying the spirit of Halloween. Today, Halloween is celebrated in many parts of the world, each with their unique traditions. But no matter how it's celebrated, the heart of Halloween remains the same - a night of fun, fright, and sweet delights!
Question 1
What tradition influenced the modern-day costume tradition of Halloween?
The ancient Romans
The ancient Egyptians
The ancient Celts
The ancient Greeks
The ancient Persians
Question 2
What does Halloween mark the beginning of according to the ancient Celts?
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter
New Year
Question 3
What does the term 'All Hallows' Eve' refer to?
Christmas Eve
New Year's Eve
Easter Eve
Halloween
Valentine's Day
Question 4
What new tradition was introduced over time during Halloween?
Lighting fireworks
Carving Jack-o'-lanterns
Singing carols
Giving gifts
Building snowmen
Question 5
True or false: The friends in our story were frightened and did not enjoy Halloween.
True
False
Maybe
Both
Neither
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