Halloween (Trivia)

In Mexican tradition, what do you put on an "ofrenda"?

During Dušičky (All Souls Day) in the Czech Republic, what item do people place in their rooms in the hope a ghost will visit?

What is the old Portuguese tradition, similar to "trick or treat", called?

In Galicia, Spain, 31 October is known as Noite dos Calacús. It means ‘Night of the…’ what?

(Shutterstock) 6 On what day do Mexicans officially celebrate Día de Muertos – commonly called Day of the Dead – to pay tribute to, remember and also welcome the spirits of the dead?

In which city is Samhain still celebrated with the Samhain Fire Festival?

Before pumpkins, what did people use to carve?

In which country did Halloween originate from the Celtic festival called Samhain?

The town of Salem holds a month-long Festival of the Dead to mark the witch trials that were held there in the late 1600s. Which state is it in?

Which European city is home to the continent’s largest Halloween parade?

Which flower is commonly used to decorate the altars on Día de Muertos?

Which country celebrates the Festival of the Hungry Ghosts, where paper money is lit and incense is burnt to appease the spirits of ancestors and deities?

During the Obon festival it is believed that spirits return to visit their relatives. Paper lanterns are hung to guide the spirits home and Obon dances are performed. In which country is this festival held?

If you are celebrating Halloween in Germany, what household object do you need to hide to prevent ghosts harming themselves?