B2 – Upper Intermediate
All Saints’ Day, also known as All Hallows’ Day, is a Christian ceremony celebrated in honor of all the saints of the church. People around the world are familiar with the American version of this holiday involving costumes and trick-or-treating. Most of us follow a tradition that originates from All Saints’ Day or All Souls Day come October 31st and November 1st.
Here’s a quick look at some of the ways people celebrate Halloween around the world.
Discussion Questions:
- Do you think Halloween is still appropriate to celebrate it today? Why or why not?
- How is Halloween celebrated in your country?
- Does your family have a special tradition for this holiday?
- What other ways to celebrate Halloween do you know of? How did you come to know this?