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100

This popular series by R.L. Stine was recently made into movies.

Goosebumps

100

What city is considered the self-proclaimed "Halloween Capital of the World?"

(Hint: located approx. 23.6 miles / 30 minutes away from Optum's headquarters)

Anoka, Minnesota

100

What is the name of the Halloween episodes on The Simpsons?

Tree House of Horror

100

In 1988, Bart Simpson was featured in a commercial for this candy bar.

Butterfinger

100

This actor portrayed the iconic "Dracula" in the 1931 film of the same name.

Bela Lugosi

100

This famous literary antagonist was featured in a spooky special of "The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad"

(Hint: The literary work this villan is from is titled "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow")

The headless horseman

200

Who directed the iconic horror/suspense movies: "Psycho," & "The Birds?"

(Hint: Initials are "A.H.")

Alfred Hitchcock

200

What ancient Celtic festival is considered the precursor to Halloween?

(Hint: pronounced "Sow-in," "souin")

Samhain

200

Michael Jackson's 1983 hit "Thriller" features this horror icon, who was also a guest star on "The Muppets."

(Hint: Initials are "V.P.")

Vincent Price

200

In the opening scene of Scream, this brand of popcorn is being cooked. 

(Hint: Also known as a "redneck fire alarm")


Jiffy Pop


200

What is the name of the annual Halloween event held at Universal Orlando, featuring haunted houses based on popular horror franchises, including the "Universal Monsters?"

Halloween Horror Nights

200

In the Disney movie "Hocus Pocus" what must the Sanderson sisters do in order to achieve immortality?

Suck the life force from children

300

This 2006 scary movie is based off of a famous horror video game featuring Sean Bean.

(Hint: Initials are "S.H.")


Silent Hill

300

What is the country of origin for Halloween?

Ireland

300

In this mockumentary-style comedy horror television series, a group of ancient vampires navigate modern life in New York City while dealing with their own supernatural quirks and challenges. What is the title of this hilarious show?

(Hint: Features a character by the name of "Nandor The Relentless")

What We Do In The Shadows

300

Known for its creamy and waxy texture.

Candy Corn

300

The Universal Monsters began in which film era?

(Hint: Another way to describe the absence of sound)

Silent

300

What is Disney's Halloween party called?

"Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party"

400

In the original 1984 "Ghostbusters" film, what university did Egon Spengler work at, where he conducted paranormal research with Dr. Peter Venkman and Dr. Raymond Stantz?

(Hint: Initials are "C.U.")

Columbia University

400

What traditional food was offered during the medieval European practice of "souling" (the first recorded instance of 'trick-or-treating') on Halloween?

(Hint: Ingredients are as follows:)

Ingredients

  • 100 g butter
  • 100 g golden caster sugar
  • 2 egg yolks (free range)
  • 250 g plain flour
  • 1 pinch saffron (or turmeric for the colour)
  • 1 tsp allspice
  • Β½ tsp mixed spice
  • 2 tbs milk
  • 50 g raisins

Soul Cakes

400

This cult-classic gained popularity through midnight showings in New York City in 1976 and can still be seen at midnight showings today. 

(Hint: Featuring Susan Sarandon and Tim Curry)

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

400

These beloved General Mills cereals, introduced in the early 1970's have become Halloween favorites. What are the names of the three original General Mills Monsters?

(Hint: A ghost, a vampire, and a Frankenstein monster)

Count Choclua, FrankenBerry, & Boo Berry

400

What is the REAL name of "The Man of a Thousand Faces?"

(Hint: Initals are L.C. his son played the original "Wolfman" - son's initials are L.C.Jr)

Lon Chaney

400

In Disney's animated film "The Black Cauldron," what is the name of the evil warlord seeking to conquer the world using the cauldron's power?

The Horned King

500

In Batman Forever, The Riddler and Two-Face go trick-or-treating here.

(Hint: Where Batman lives)

Wayne Manor

500

What symbolic object was often used to ward off evil spirits during Halloween's Celtic origins? 

(Hint: Before pumpkins replaced them)

Carved turnips or rutabaga

500

During the Halloween season, what catchy marketing names do streaming services like Netflix, Hulu and Disney+ use to promote their spooky content? (1 Answer minimum)

Netflix: "Netflix and Chills"

Hulu: "Huluween"

Disney+: "Hallowstream"

500

What did Hanibal Lector enjoy with the liver and fava beans he ate?

A nice Chianti.

500

What period is the Gill-man from Creature from the Black Lagoon from?

(Hint: Starts with the letter "D" and is associated with fish; Triassic and Jurassic are incorrect)

 

The Devonian Age

500

In the Disney animated short "Trick or Treat," what is the name of the vengeful character seeking revenge on Donald Duck for a Halloween Prank?

Witch Hazel

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