Wearing Costumes at Halloween Is Largely a Western Custom

question 68

Multiple Choice

Wearing costumes at Halloween is largely a Western custom. In China, the Halloween festivals are very different in that they involve more of the presentation of gifts and food to family members and others that have passed away. Which statement is a reasonable explanation for why the Western market for Halloween costumes might be important for Chinese firms and factories?

• A) The costumes that the Chinese do not use during their festivals can be exported to the West.
• B) Knowledge of the Western Halloween festival and demand for costumes can translate into profits for Chinese producers who can produce such costumes at lower costs.
• C) The West can export costumes for the Chinese to wear during their Halloween Festivals.
• D) Chinese producers can try to market Chinese festivals to American consumers.

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