Introduction
🎃 Welcome to our Halloween WebQuest! 🎃
Have you ever heard about Halloween? Why do people wear costumes and carve pumpkins?
In this WebQuest, you will learn fun and interesting facts about this spooky holiday.
Are you ready? Let’s begin our Halloween adventure!
Task
The main task is to complete a group project. Together with your team, you wiil research how Halloween is celebrated in one chosen country, create a mind map, and present your findings to the class.
To prepare for this, you will first complete several steps: learn Halloween vocabulary and watch a video about it. These activities will help you successfully complete your final group project.
Process
Step 1.
First, let`s learn some spooky Halloween words to help you better understand the next video!
Look at the words and the pictures next to them. Guess the meaning of each word based on the picture.
- If you want to check the pronunciation or translation, use the dictionary: WooordHunt
Words: haunted house, jack-o’-lantern, witch, scarecrow, curse, disguise, graveyard, skeleton, cloak, broomstick, pumpkin, wizard
Step 2.
Now, let`s watch a short video to learn more about this holiday.
Discussion
1.What is Halloween and when is it celebrated? (ссылка на картинку ответ)
2. Where did Halloween come from?
3. Why is it called «Halloween»?
4. What costumes do people usually wear?
5. What is «trick-or-treating»?
6. Why do people carve pumpkins?
7. Which tradition did you like the most?
Step 3. Vocabulary exercises
1. Vocabulary Quiz
Click on this Quizizz link and complete the activity online. (Halloween vocabulary - Assessment | Quizizz)
Match the correct Halloween word with its meaning.
2. Vocabulary Quiz
Click on this Quizizz link and complete the activity online. (Halloween vocabulary/ Quizizz)
Read the story below carefully. As you read, gradually fill in the blanks with the correct words to complete the story.
Click here to check and the whole text.
Step 4. Halloween around the world
Let`s explore how Halloween is celebrated in different countries!
Click on this website: https://theremotegroup.com/halloween-celebration-tradition/
Work in small groups and choose 1 country from the list. Your task:
- Find out when Halloween is celebrated there;
- What costumes people wear;
- What traditions or food are common
- Any fun fact!
If you find unknown words later, you can check their meanings here:
You can use some phrases for your presentation (click here).
Create a mind-map (click here) and be ready to present it to the class!
Evaluation
Your work will be assessed based on:
1. Participation – Active engagement in discussions and activities.
2. Vocabulary Use – Correct usage of Halloween-related terms.
3. Presentation – Clear and well-organized presentation with relevant content.
Conclusion
Self-evaluation
- What have I understood?
- What have I learnt?
- How do I evaluate my skills ( not knowledge)?
HOMEWORK :)
Go back to the list of stories and choose one that interests you. Read it and make notes, be ready to retell. You may need to use a dictionary. Once you’ve completed your notes, share the story with your classmates.Did you manage to scare them with your tale?