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Poltergeist! Understanding ‘Noisy Spirits’ & What They Mean
Poltergeist comes from a German word meaning "noisy spirits." Reports of poltergeists date back to Ancient Roman times. The activity starts with knocks and bangs then possibly furniture moving around by itself. Then, as the poltergeist gains confidence, the activity is intensified, making itself known through voices and even appearing as a full apparition.