Name: History of Trick-or-Treating
Duration: 135
Description: It's one of America's favorite holidays, but what's the real story behind the tricks and treats of Halloween?

It's one of America's favorite holidays, but what's the real story behind the tricks and treats of Halloween?

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History of Trick-or-Treating

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<p>Halloween evolved from the ancient Celtic holiday of Samhain. Over the centuries, Halloween transitioned from a pagan ritual to a day of parties, costumes, jack-o-lanterns and trick-or-treating for kids and adults.</p>


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