Trivia Quiz: Good Luck Superstitions

We do a lot of things for good luck -- knocking on wood, crossing our fingers, and so on -- but do you know why? See if you can figure out where your good luck comes from.


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Question 1: Why is it good luck to cross your fingers when hoping for something?

 A: Making a cross to keep away evil spirits
 B: Showing your hands aren't free to meddle in your own fate
 C: Indicating a lie, to show you're not expecting your own good luck
 D: Crossing a finger over the vein from your heart for support

Question 2: Why do we knock on wood for good luck?

 A: To make noise to frighten away demons
 B: To make a connection to the earth
 C: The more solid the wood sounds, the better your luck will be
 D: To wake up the good spirits that live in trees

Question 3: How should you look at a new moon for good luck?

 A: In a mirror
 B: Through a pane of glass
 C: Over your right shoulder
 D: Reflected against a stream at midnight

Question 4: When is it luckiest to cut your hair?

 A: First thing in the morning
 B: During a storm
 C: On your birthday
 D: During a full moon

Question 5: Which way should you sleep facing for good luck?

 A: North
 B: South
 C: East
 D: West

Question 6: Which of these isn't one of the traditional lucky things to pick up in the street?

 A: A lump of coal
 B: A pin
 C: A glove
 D: A penny

Question 7: Unlike a mirror, what is it good luck to break?

 A: Old dishes
 B: Picture frames
 C: Green glass
 D: Clear glass

Question 8: What insect is it lucky to have land on you?

 A: A ladybug
 B: A butterfly
 C: A moth
 D: A bumblebee

Question 9: If your clothing is caught up in a bush or briar while out walking, what are you likely to gain?

 A: A good husband or wife
 B: Wealth
 C: Long life
 D: Great wisdom

Question 10: What should you carry for good luck and longevity?

 A: A small mirror
 B: A long piece of string
 C: An acorn
 D: A small bag of rose petals