Halloween英语课前演讲.ppt

Group 3 Huang Rong Now let’s have a close look at the origins of Halloween /topics/halloween/videos#haunted-history-of-halloween Halloween is a yearly holiday observed around the world on October 31, the eve before the Western Christian feast of All Hallows. According to some scholars, All Hallows' Eve initially incorporated traditions from pagan harvest festivals and festivals honoring the dead. On this night it is believed that the spirits of the dead would try to come back to life. Candy Barmbracks Taffy apples Jack-O’-Lantern Jack-o’-Lantern The tradition of the Jack-o’-Lantern springs from a folktale about a man named Jack who tricked the devil and had to wander the Earth with a lantern. The Jack-o'-Lantern is made by placing a candle inside a hollowed-out pumpkin, which is carved to look like a face. Dressing up in costumes is one of the most popular Halloween customs, especially among children. According to tradition, people would dress up in costumes (wear special clothing, masks or disguises) to frighten the spirits away. Dressing Up Vampires Werewolves Bats If no treat is given, children will perform mischief on the homeowners or their property, usually telling a ghost story or taking a piece of soap and making marks on their windows. Afterwards children will go home and count who get the most candy. Thank you !