LITERATURE QUESTIONS
GOTHIC LITERATURE
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Question
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What is the purpose of knocking on wood?
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People knock on wood to bring bad luck on other people.
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People knock on wood to curse themselves as a form of punishment.
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People knock on wood to ward off bad luck or anything negative from occurring.
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People knock on wood to prevent black cats from walking by.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -One common explanation traces the phenomenon to ancient pagan cultures such as the Celts, who believed that spirits and gods resided in trees. Knocking on tree trunks may have served to rouse the spirits and call on their protection, but it could have also been a way of showing gratitude for a stroke of good luck.
Detailed explanation-2: -But in most cases, occasional head banging is a form of self-stimulation, self-comfort, or a way to release frustration.
Detailed explanation-3: -The phrase ‘Knock on Wood’ is used when you are claiming that you’ve avoided misfortune and you want your lucky streak to continue. Example of Use: “I barely avoided being involved in that 20 car pileup, knock on wood!”
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