Thursday 29 October 2009

something about Halloween

Through reading the web page ,i know many knowledge of Halloween .
Halloween is a holiday celebrated on October 31. By tradition, it begins after sunset and have a age-old story is that long ago, people believed that witches gathered together and ghosts flit the world on Halloween. but today, most people no longer believe in ghosts and witches. But these supernatural beings are still a part of Halloween. so when the sun set down the moutain,people celebrate this day dress as witches and ghosts.
The colors black and orange are also a part of Halloween. Black is a symbol for night and orange is the color of pumpkins. A jack-o’-lantern is a hollowed-out pumpkin with a face carved on one side. Candles are usually placed inside, giving the face a spooky glow.
Dressing in masks and costumes is a popular Halloween activity. Costumes can be traditional and scary, such as a witch’s pointy hat and black gown. Costumes may also have a modern flavor. Many children dress up as movie characters or a favorite superhero.

1 comment:

  1. What about you? Did you dress up as something scary??

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