Examine the rind. It should be firm, uniform in color, and free of cuts, bruises, and blemishes.
Make sure that the stem doesn't look brown and dry. And don't use the stem as a handle, since even a healthy one can break off.
Give the pumpkin a knock. A thumpking sound means the pumpkin is solid, with no internal defects, rot, or soft spots.
Don't carve your jack-o'-lantern too early or it won't survive until Halloween night. Once cut, a pumpkin lasts about four to five days, then starts to rot.
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