Halloween 101
Which animal became associated with witches because of medieval European superstitions?
Black cats
In 2017, a terrorist attack occurred at this pop star’s concert in Manchester, England, killing 22 people and injuring hundreds
Ariana Grande
Which horror franchise features a masked killer who calls victims and asks them questions about scary movies?
Scream
Which celebrity is famous for throwing extravagant Halloween parties and wearing elaborate, often unrecognizable costumes?
Heidi Klum
According to more than 63,000 fans who voted on Ranker, which film was ranked the greatest horror movie of all time?
The Exorcist (1973)
Which country is most closely associated with the origins of Halloween?
Ireland
Which singer revealed in her memoir that she had an abortion during her relationship with Justin Timberlake?
Britney Spears
Which legendary director made Psycho (1960), famous for its shower murder scene?
Alfred Hitchcock
In The Vampire Diaries, which two brothers compete for Elena Gilbert’s affection?
Stefan and Damon
According to the National Retail Federation’s 2026 Halloween survey, what is the most popular adult Halloween costume?
Witch
What is the name of the Mexican holiday honoring deceased loved ones that takes place around the same time as Halloween?
Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
This actress was born while her mother was serving a federal prison sentence for her involvement in a drug-smuggling operation. Years later, she rose to fame starring in a hit teen drama series set in New York City.
Leighton Meester
What is the name of the character who takes over the family’s estate in Saltburn (2023)?
Oliver Quick
Which designer is known for skull motifs and dramatic gothic runway collections, including the famous Armadillo shoes?
Alexander McQueen
In a 2024 YouGov poll asking Americans to choose their favorite horror subgenre, which received more votes: psychological horror or supernatural horror?
Psychological horror
Which American city is famous for its annual Village Halloween Parade?
New York
This rising international fashion model appeared in campaigns for major luxury brands and graced the pages of Vogue before her life ended tragically in 2008. Just days before her 21st birthday, she fell from the ninth floor of her Manhattan apartment building. Although her death was ruled a suicide, the circumstances sparked years of speculation.
Ruslana Korshunova
The 2022 horror film The Black Phone was adapted from a short story written by the son of which famous horror author?
Stephen King
Which actor was originally considered for the role of Patrick Bateman in American Psycho before Christian Bale was ultimately cast?
Leonardo DiCaprio
In a survey of more than 31,000 people, which animal received the most votes for being the scariest: snakes, spiders, sharks, or crocodiles?
Snakes
Which famous illusionist died on October 31, 1926, after developing peritonitis?
Harry Houdini
This legendary entertainer struggled with addiction for years before being found dead in a hotel bathtub at just 48 years old. In a tragic coincidence, her only daughter was found unresponsive in a bathtub three years later and died at age 22.
Whitby Houston
Which horror-thriller became the first and only horror film to win the Academy Award for Best Picture?
The Silence of the Lambs (1991)
Which 2003 music video features a singer sleepwalking along the ledge of a skyscraper before losing her grip and falling, while a male vocalist desperately tries to save her?
Bring Me to Life - Evanescence
According to the Science of Scare study, which 2010 supernatural horror film produced the highest recorded jump-scare heart-rate spike in its 2025 results?
Insidious