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Halloween

Where does Halloween come from? l Halloween began as an ancient Celtic festival in Great Britain and Ireland, and has survived most strongly among Irish, Scottish and Welsh communities. Immigrants from these communities carried the tradition to North America where it has gained in popularity

When is Halloween celebrated? l It’s on october 31 st

What is the origin of the word Halloween? l The word Halloween is first attested in the 16 th century and represents a Scottish variant of the fuller All. Hallows-Even ("evening"), that is, the night before All Hallows Eve

Name some Halloween traditions - Trick-or-treating , - Make Jack-o'-lanterns - Dess up as monsters, witches, devils, skeletons, etc - Eat special food - Have parties

What is a Jack-o-lantern l A jack-o-lantern is typically a carved pumpkin. It is associated chiefly with the holiday of hallowen and was named after the phenomenon of strange light flickering over peat bogs, called ianis fatuus or jack-o'-lantern. In a jack-o'lantern, typically the top is cut off, and the inside flesh then scooped out; an image, usually a monstrous face, is carved onto the outside surface, and the lid replaced. At night, a light is placed inside to illuminate the effect.

what is trick or treat? l Trick-or-treating is a customary celebration for children on Halloween. They go house to house asking trick or treat. If people choose treat, they give children sweets and if they say trick children playe a joke like throwing eggs.

Explain a game played In Halloween l Apple bobbing: The game is played by filling a tub or a large basin with water and putting apples in the water. Players (usually children) then try to catch one with their teeth. Use of hands is not allowed, and often are tied behind the back to prevent cheating.

Show some typical food for Halloween candy apples, l pumpkin l

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