Question #N137
Some scholars have suggested that the modern-day celebration of Halloween—a time for trick-or-treating, costumes, and spooky decorations—is based on ancient Celtic traditions, particularly the festival of Samhain. The festival of Samhain was celebrated on October 31st, and it was believed that the boundary between the world of the living and the world of the dead was blurred on that day. As a result, the ancient Celts held a celebration that involved lighting bonfires to ward off evil spirits and the souls of the dead, which they believed were free to roam the earth.
The last sentence in the passage is primarily intended toCorrect Answer is: C
The last sentence of the passage describes specific rituals that the ancient Celts performed to ward off evil spirits. This description helps to clarify the relationship between Halloween and Samhain.