Multiple choice general knowledge

The Halloween tradition was introduced in America by _________.

  1. British

  2. Irish

  3. French

  4. Dutch
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Halloween traditions were brought to America primarily by Irish immigrants fleeing the Great Famine (1845-1852). The holiday evolved from the Celtic festival of Samhain celebrated in Ireland. While other Europeans had autumn festivals, the specific traditions of jack-o'-lanterns, costumes, and trick-or-treating arrived predominantly from Irish immigrants.

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