Here are the answers to my recent Halloween Quiz.

1. 1.       ‘Halloween’ is a contraction of what original name for the festival? All Hallows’ Eve/Evening
2. Which two countries first celebrated Halloween? Scotland and Ireland
3. For how many centuries has Halloween been celebrated in the United States? Two
4. Which vegetable was originally carved before the pumpkin was used? Turnip
5. ‘Guising’ is the original form of what Halloween custom? Trick-or-treating
6. Which fruit is associated with Halloween games and treats? Apple
7. What is Samhainophobia? Fear of Halloween
8. Which British festival falls five days after Halloween? Guy Fawkes Night
9. What farming period is closely related to Halloween? Harvest

Which two colours are used to represent Halloween? Orange and black