Common Superstitions Quiz
What is the significance of a horseshoe?
- It is a symbol of good luck. Horseshoes have long been considered good luck charms because they were believed to ward off evil spirits.
What should you do if you see a spider?
- Catch it and release it outside. Seeing a spider is often considered lucky, but killing it is said to bring bad luck.
What should you do if you see a shooting star?
- Make a wish. Seeing a shooting star is considered lucky, and making a wish is a common superstition.
What is the significance of a rabbit's foot?
- It brings good luck. Rabbit's feet have long been considered good luck charms, and are often carried in a pocket or purse.
What should you do if you break a mirror?
- Sweep up the pieces and throw them away. Breaking a mirror is considered bad luck, and sweeping up the pieces is said to prevent the bad luck from lingering.
What should you do if you spill salt?
- Throw it over your left shoulder. Spilling salt is considered bad luck, but throwing it over your left shoulder is said to reverse the bad luck.
What should you do if you see a penny on the ground?
- Pick it up for good luck. Finding a penny is considered lucky, and some people believe that it’s only lucky if it’s heads up.
What is the significance of the number seven?
- It is lucky. The number seven is considered lucky in many cultures and is often associated with good fortune.
What should you do if you hear an owl hooting?
- Nothing. Owls are often associated with wisdom, but in some cultures, hearing an owl hooting is considered bad luck.
What should you do if you see a rainbow?
- Make a wish. Rainbows are often associated with good luck, and making a wish when you see one is a common superstition.
