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- 3. – The spirits of the dead, often associated with Halloween.
- 5. – Traditions or practices passed down through generations.
- 7. – The vegetable originally carved into lanterns for Halloween.
- 8. Saints' Day – A Christian holiday celebrated on November 1st.
- 9. – Referring to the period of history from the 5th to the 15th century.
- 11. – Light sources made by carving vegetables and placing candles inside.
- 12. – The opposite of good, often associated with malicious spirits.
- 14. – An ancient people who lived in Ireland and celebrated Samhain.
- 17. – The time of year when crops are gathered.
- 18. – A Halloween custom where children ask for candy.
- 19. – A celebration or series of events marking a special occasion.
- 21. – Large outdoor fires often associated with celebrations like Samhain.
- 25. – People who move to a different country, bringing their traditions with them.
- 26. Jack – The character from an Irish legend who inspired the jack-o'-lantern.
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- 1. – Practices or beliefs handed down over time.
- 2. – A group of people living together, often celebrating holidays like Halloween.
- 4. – Events or beings beyond the natural world.
- 6. – Beliefs not based on reason, often linked to luck or the supernatural.
- 8. Hallows’ Eve – The original name for Halloween.
- 10. – The country where Halloween became popular and widespread.
- 13. – Supernatural beings thought to roam on Halloween night.
- 14. – Clothing worn to disguise oneself, especially on Halloween.
- 15. – Playful troublemaking, often associated with Halloween pranks.
- 16. – A traditional story or myth.
- 20. – The country where many Halloween traditions originated.
- 22. – Gifts or sacrifices made to spirits or gods.
- 23. – A place said to be visited by ghosts.
- 24. – The large orange fruit now commonly carved for Halloween lanterns.