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In Social Studies / High School | 2014-10-13

Why do we ring a bell on Halloween?

A. To welcome the spirits
B. To scare away the spirits
C. To dance with the spirits
D. To comfort the spirits

Asked by Enedina656

Answer (3)

The answer is B to scare away the spirits.

Answered by northborn31 | 2024-06-10

To scare away the spirits

Answered by Hasi8888 | 2024-06-10

Ringing a bell on Halloween is traditionally believed to scare away or protect against spirits that are thought to roam during this time. This practice has roots in ancient customs related to the festival of Samhain. Therefore, the answer is option B: To scare away the spirits.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-06-19

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