It is common lore that the Jack olantern originated from the tale of a drunkard known as Stingy Jack or Jack the Smith. Who did Jack manage to trap?
- the Devil
- his malevolent landlord
- the ghost of a murderer
- the Grim Reaper
Answer
The correct answer is A) the Devil.
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