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    ENGLISH PROJECT
    JR ICON
    TOPIC: SUPERSTITIONS
    TEAM NAME: DAFFODILS
    TEAM MEMBERS:
    Harshitha
    Nandika
    Rene Jaslyn
    Purnima
    Krittika
    Amirthavarshini
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    Superstition is the religion


    of feeble minds
    Superstition is a belief or
    practice that is not based on
    reason, evidence, or scientific
    understanding. Instead, it relies on
    supernatural or mystical explanations for
    events, often attributing them to luck, fate,
    o r unseen forces.
    NOW LET US TAKE A LOOK AT FEW
    COMMON EPITOMES OF SUPERSTITIONS
    “Knocking on Wood”
     “Throwing Salt Over Your Shoulder”
     “Walking Under a Ladder”
     “Broken Mirror”
     “Step on a Crack, Break Your
    Mother's Back”
     “Lucky Pennies”
     “Lucky Horseshoe”
     “Chewing Gum at Night”
     “Fingers Crossed”
     “Giving Yellow Flowers”
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    Aspects of superstitions
    • Historical roots
    • Cultural variability
    • Religious influence
    • Psychological aspects
    • Confirmation bias
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    Historical Roots
    Superstitions have deep historical roots
    and have been a part of human culture
    for centuries. They often stem from
    early attempts to explain natural
    phenomena or control outcomes in an
    uncertain world.
    Cultural Variability: Superstitions vary
    significantly across cultures and regions.
    What is considered a superstition in one
    culture may be a widely accepted belief
    in another.
    Religious Influence
    Many superstitions have ties to religious
    beliefs or practices. For example, in
    some cultures, it is considered unlucky
    to open an umbrella indoors due to its
    resemblance to a protective religious
    symbol.
    Influence on Behavior: Superstitions can
    influence people's behavior and
    decisions. Some individuals may engage
    in specific rituals or avoid certain
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    actions out of fear of bad luck or


    negative consequences.
    Psychological Aspect
    Superstitions can have a psychological
    impact by providing a sense of control
    or comfort in uncertain situations.
    Believing in superstitions may offer a
    feeling of security or hope.
    Confirmation Bias: People often
    remember instances when a superstition
    seemed to work (e.g., wearing a lucky
    shirt on a successful day) while ignoring
    times when it didn't. This is known as
    confirmation bias and can reinforce
    superstitious beliefs.
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    Survey
    Survey methodology: Google form
    Number of responses: 38
    Target group: (15-18) and (30-40)
    Number of questions:18
    Referred website:
    https://www.researchgate.net/publication/328292485_Superstitions_A_Culturally_Transmit
    ted_Human_Behavior

    Responses:
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