Fall Literature
Autumn Around the World
Trick or Treat
Fall Fashion
Migrating Animals
Close Enough To Thanksgiving
400

This author wrote "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow," a tale often associated with fall and Halloween, featuring the character Ichabod Crane.

Who is Washington Irving?

400

This traditional Indian festival, celebrated in October or November, marks the victory of light over darkness and includes the lighting of lamps and fireworks.

What is Diwali?

400

This candy, known for its chewy texture and fruit flavors, was first introduced in 1980 and is packaged in a colorful bag. It has a slogan that says, "Taste the rainbow."

What are Skittles?

400

This type of footwear, characterized by its thick soles and sturdy construction, was originally designed for work but has become a fashion statement in the fall.

What are combat boots?

400

This animal is known for its long migration from North America to Central America, covering thousands of miles each year.

What is a monarch butterfly?

400

In 1939, President Franklin D. Roosevelt moved Thanksgiving to this date in November to extend the holiday shopping season, causing public controversy.

What is the third Thursday of November?

800

In this novel by Ray Bradbury, a dystopian society burns books, and it features scenes set during the fall that symbolize change and transformation.

What is "Fahrenheit 451"?

800

In Germany, this famous festival, held from late September to the first weekend in October, is known for its beer tents, traditional foods, and carnival rides.

What is Oktoberfest?

800

This candy was created in the 1930s and features a blend of chocolate, peanut butter, and a crispy wafer. Its famous slogan is "Break me off a piece of that."

What is a Kit Kat bar?

800

This pattern, associated with fall and winter fashion, is characterized by intersecting horizontal and vertical lines and is commonly found in flannel shirts and scarves.

What is plaid?

800

This large mammal is known for its annual migration in the Serengeti, where thousands travel in search of food and water, often encountering predators along the way.

What is a wildebeest?

800

This famous Native American figure is often depicted at Thanksgiving and is known for his assistance to the Pilgrims in cultivating corn and other crops.

Who is Squanto (Tisquantum)?

1200

This poem by John Keats, written in 1819, is famously known for its rich imagery of autumn and explores themes of beauty and transience.

What is "To Autumn"?

1200

The Salem Witch Trials took place in this U.S. colony during the late 1600s, leading to the execution of 20 individuals accused of witchcraft.

What is Massachusetts?

1200

This candy bar, created in 1930, features layers of chocolate, caramel, and nuts and is often used in recipes for desserts and cookies.

What is a Milky Way bar?

1200

This fabric, often used in fall and winter clothing, is made from the hair of animals like sheep or goats and is known for its warmth and durability.

What is wool?

1200

These marine animals migrate from feeding grounds in polar regions to warmer waters for breeding, traveling thousands of miles each year.

What are humpback whales?

1200

This state is known for producing the most turkeys in the U.S., accounting for approximately 20% of the national supply.

What is Minnesota?

1600

In this classic novel by Nathaniel Hawthorne, a New England village is the backdrop for a story of sin and redemption, with a significant portion set in the fall.

What is "The Scarlet Letter"?

1600

The "Day of the Dead," celebrated in Mexico from October 31 to November 2, honors deceased loved ones and includes elaborate altars, offerings, and festivals.

What is Día de los Muertos?

1600

This classic candy, known for its iconic yellow packaging and peanut butter center, has been a favorite since its introduction in 1920 and is often found in Halloween candy bags.

What is a Butterfinger?

1600

This type of coat, often featuring a tailored silhouette and made of heavy fabric, is commonly worn in the fall and is known for its military-inspired design.

What is a trench coat?

1600

This bird, famous for its V-shaped flight pattern, migrates from North America to Central and South America, covering distances of up to 3,000 miles.

What is a Canada goose?

1600

The term "Thanksgiving" originally referred to this type of celebration, which has roots in various religious and cultural traditions of giving thanks for the harvest.

What is a harvest festival?

2000

This novel by John Steinbeck depicts the struggles of displaced farmers during the Great Depression and includes poignant descriptions of fall harvests and the changing landscape.

What is "The Grapes of Wrath"?

2000

This South American country celebrates the harvest season with a festival called "Inti Raymi," honoring the sun god, typically held in June but is often associated with the autumn harvest.

What is Peru?

2000

This iconic candy was created in 1931 and features a chocolate exterior with a soft, cherry-flavored center. Its slogan is "The candy with a crunch."

What is a Cherry Mash?


2000

This fall fashion trend, characterized by vibrant, oversized patterns and a relaxed fit, originated from the grunge movement in the 1990s.

What is flannel?

2000

This animal, known for its iconic seasonal migration, travels from the Arctic tundra to warmer regions in the fall, often covering over 1,500 miles in search of food and mating grounds.

What is a caribou (or reindeer)?

2000

This U.S. president is credited with declaring Thanksgiving a national holiday in 1863, urging the country to observe a day of "Thanksgiving and Praise."

Who is Abraham Lincoln?

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